EXCEL DATA: Connecting to databases

The video tutorial demonstrates how to connect Excel to databases using SQL queries. It covers using PHP My Admin for database management, accessing databases from Excel, writing and executing SQL queries, and updating data dynamically. The tutorial emphasizes the convenience of integrating live data into Excel for analysis and decision-making.

What tool is used to manage MySQL databases in the tutorial?

• PHP My Admin

• Oracle Database

• Microsoft Access

• SQL Server Management Studio

What protocol is used to connect Excel to the database?

• ODBC

• FTP

• HTTP

• SMTP

Which tool within Excel is used to retrieve data from an external database?

• Solver

• Power Pivot

• Microsoft Query

• Data Analysis Toolpak

What SQL command is used to change the availability status of a book in the database?

• INSERT

• SELECT

• UPDATE

• DELETE

How can you refresh the data in Excel to reflect changes made in the database?

• By restarting the computer

• By using the Refresh All option

• By re-entering the data manually

• By reopening the Excel file

What feature in Excel allows you to filter data based on specific criteria?

• Data Validation

• Conditional Formatting

• Filter

• Goal Seek

What is the benefit of connecting Excel to a live database?

• It enables real-time data updates and analysis

• It allows for static data analysis

• It reduces the need for data backups

• It simplifies data entry