Database Vocab-Lesson 1-ICT

A data structure that stores organized information. Most databases contain multiple tables, which may each include several different fields.

A phrase that is used in enterprise settings to describe large amounts of data. It does not refer to a specific amount of data, but rather describes a dataset that cannot be stored or processed using traditional database software.

A document that stores data in a grid of horizontal rows and vertical columns. It allows information to be stored in a more structured way than using plain text and also allows the data to be analyzed using formulas and calculations.

Software that allows users to define, manipulate, retrieve, and manage data stored in a database. Examples are Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, MySQL, and Microsoft Access.

A program that processes data submitted by the user. Allows a web server to pass control to a software application, based on user request. The application receives and organizes data, then returns it in a consistent format.

A powerful software program that searches internet databases for user-specified information.

A word that appears on a web page and is used by search engines to identify relevant URLs. Some words, such as “the” or “and”, are too common to be used as keywords. 

A search engine that scans web pages for <meta> tag information.

A catalog of the contents of a database. Each entry identifies a unique database record.

A symbol or word used in internet searches to narrow search results by including or excluding certain words or phrases from the search criteria.