Discuss the main characteristics of the database approach and how it differs from traditional file systems.
Database system 1. Define the following terms: data, database, DBMS, database system, data- base catalog, program-data independence, user view, DBA, end user, canned transaction, deductive database system, persistent object, meta-data, and transaction-processing application. 1.2. What four main types of actions involve databases? Briefly discuss each. 1.3. Discuss the main characteristics of the database approach and […]