Database

Database

1. A database is a persistent and organised store of data

2. Paper based database

   • Advantages
     • Paper is extremely easy to access because you don't have to log in.
     • It doesn't take up a lot of space.
     • Cost effective
   • Disadvantages
     • Not environmentally friendly
     • Paper can be lost/destroyed
     • You can't make adaptions without having to re-write the whole thing.
   • Yellow pages
   • Diary
   • Menu
   • Calender

3. Computer based database

   • Facebook
   • Instagram
   • Snapchat
   • Twitter
   • Youtube
   • Netflix
   • Messenger
   • Contacts
   • Whatsapp
   • Advantages
     • Easy to make adaptions
     • Easy to find information
     • Multiple people can access it
     • It is secure because you need a password to access your computer.
   • Disadvantages
     • People can hack into your databases
     • You need internet connection to access it because it is online.
     • You need good technical knowledge to be able to use a computer.

4. Paper/Computer based databases