Database Management Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a database?
A
A collection of related data
2
Q
What is a Database Manager? (DBMS)
A
Program that structures a database
3
Q
What is the function of a DBMS?
A
Establishes a structure for data storage using related tables so related data can be easily retrieved
4
Q
What are some examples of DBMS?
A
Microsoft Access, Apple FileMaker, Google Obvibase
5
Q
What is the first step to creating a database?
A
To plan the database firstly
6
Q
What are the features to creating a database?
A
Primary key, Fields, Record, Table, Form