Types Of Databases

Types Of Databases

1. Flat Databases

   • Explain
     • It has just one table and its easy to implement but a disadvantage its very inefficient because you have to add in more and more data
   • Example
     • Small business

2. Local Databases

   • Example
     • A small company
     • At home
   • Explain
     • There is only one computer therefore only one person can use it

3. Network Databases

   • Explain
     • Used by everybody on a network but maybe in different locations
   • Example
     • A school
     • A library
     • Big office

4. Relational Databases

   • Explain
     • One of more tables these tables are related to each other it reduces the amount of data you have to enter in
   • Example
     • A large business

5. Online Databases

   • Example
     • Ford
     • Tesco
     • Asda
   • Explain
     • An online database is a database which can be accessed online because everything is updated straight away