Database Fundamentals and Types

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Explanation of databases, data, and their manual/computerized types.

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What is the characteristic of a manual database storage medium?
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It is based on papers and written manually, like a phonebook.
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How is information managed in a computerized database?
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Information is stored and manipulated using a database management system (DBMS) system.
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What is the key characteristic of raw, unprocessed facts?
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Raw, unprocessed facts lack organization and are not yet information.
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What kind of data would a school database organize?
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Student, teacher, and administrator information.
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What distinguishes data from a database?

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Data is raw facts; a database is organized data for easy access and management.
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What are the two main ways data can be provided in a database?
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Data can be provided manually (on paper) or computerized (stored on a computer).
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What is the primary function of a database?

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To efficiently store, organize, retrieve, and manage data.
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How is data represented?
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Data is represented as unprocessed facts like text, numbers, images, audio, and video.
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Name one example of a manual database.
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A phonebook is an example of a manual database.
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What are the benefits of organizing data in a database?
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Ensures efficient data retrieval, management, and updates.

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