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Introduction To Database and Users

A database is an organized collection of data managed by a Database Management System (DBMS) that allows efficient data access and manipulation. Key features of a DBMS include reducing data redundancy, ensuring consistency, supporting data sharing, and providing security. Database users include Database Administrators, Designers, Application Programmers, and End Users, each with specific roles and responsibilities in managing and utilizing the database.

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Introduction To Database and Users

A database is an organized collection of data managed by a Database Management System (DBMS) that allows efficient data access and manipulation. Key features of a DBMS include reducing data redundancy, ensuring consistency, supporting data sharing, and providing security. Database users include Database Administrators, Designers, Application Programmers, and End Users, each with specific roles and responsibilities in managing and utilizing the database.

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Introduction to Database and Database Users in DBMS

Introduction to Database:

A Database is an organized collection of data that can be easily accessed, managed, and updated.

It is designed to store large amounts of information efficiently and allow quick retrieval and

manipulation of data. A Database Management System (DBMS) is software that interacts with

users, applications, and the database itself to capture and analyze data.

Key Features:

- Reduces data redundancy

- Ensures data consistency

- Supports data sharing

- Provides security and access control

Database Users in DBMS:

1. Database Administrator (DBA):

- Manages the overall database environment

- Responsible for security, backup, recovery, and performance tuning

2. Database Designers:

- Design the database structure

- Decide on data types, relationships, and constraints

3. Application Programmers:

- Develop application programs that interact with the database using languages like SQL, Java, or
Python

4. End Users:

- Use the database for specific tasks through applications

- Can be:

- Casual Users: Occasional access, use query language

- Naive Users: Regular users using pre-designed applications

- Sophisticated Users: Use advanced database features

- Standalone Users: Maintain personal databases using ready-made tools

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