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Figure 3-1 Data federation concept
Based on ongoing research investments and proven data management
technologies in areas such as relational data, XML, content management,
federation, search, and replication, IBM has developed the integrated
infrastructure shown in Figure 3-1. Data federation uses SQL as the single
language to access all data sources. This enables all data sources to be
accessed in a standardized format, whether they are an application program,
tool, or program product.
3.2.3 From data federation to information integration
Information integration builds on the sol ...