Files (p.1) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between a text file and a binary file?
A
Text files store data in plain text, while binary files use binary format for images and sound, making them more secure but less readable compared to text files.
2
Q
What are delimited files?
A
A DSV (delimited-separated value) text file uses delimiters like commas, tabs, or colons to separate data values, allowing storage of two-dimensional arrays in a readable format.
3
Q
What is a CSV file?
A
A CSV file is a plain text format where data values are separated by commas, allowing easy exchange of data between applications.
