Explore the World of Databases

Which of the following statements explains what a database is?

• A database is information or data, which is stored in a computer.

• A database is a special type of computer.

• A database is a type of algorithm.

• A database is a font style.

What is a piece of data, like someone's address, known as?

• a database

• a record

• a field

• a query

What does DBMS stand for?

• Digital Business Management Software

• Data Backup Management System

• Database Management System

• Database Backup System

Here is an example of a student database. State the name of a records.

What is a collection of records known as?

• a database

• a record

• a field

• a query

What is the purpose of a database?

• To provide internet access to users.

• To enhance the speed of a computer.

• The purpose of a database is to store and manage data.

• To create and design websites.

Which application could be used to create a simple database?

• a web browser application

• a stop motion application

• a spreadsheet application

• a word processing applcation

Here is an example of a student database. How many fields are there?

• 3

• 8

• 48

• 12

Here is an example of a student database. State the name of field.

• field name

• field width

• batch processing

• transactional processing