CH01 DBC

What is the primary purpose of a database system?

• To generate charts

• To design websites

• To store and manage data efficiently

• To create documents

Which of the following is NOT a component of a database system?

• People

• Printer

• Procedure

• Software

What is the difference between data and information?

• Data is processed information

• Information is raw facts

• Data is raw facts; information is processed data

• Information is always in charts

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the traditional file system?

• Easy to perform ad hoc queries

• Complex system administration

• Strong security features

• Simple structure

What does DBMS stand for?

• Data Business Management System

• Database Management System

• Digital Backup Main Storage

• Database Backup Module Storage

What is the role of metadata in a database?

• To store data in the cloud

• To describe the characteristics and relationships of data

• To delete old data

• To design applications

One of the advantages of using DBMS is:

• Increased data redundancy

• Difficult data access

• Better data integration

• More manual programming

Which database type supports day-to-day business transactions?

• Data warehouse

• Operational database

• Centralized database

• NoSQL database

What type of database is used to support tactical or strategic decisions?

• Desktop database

• Centralized database

• Data warehouse

• NoSQL database

What is one of the Four V's of Big Data?

• Variety

• Version

• Verification

• Validity