Types of Databases

Types of Databases

1. Relational Databases

   • Example
     • Large business
   • Explain
     • One or more tables. They are related to each other. Reduces the amount of data you have to put in.

2. Networked Databases

   • Example
     • School
     • Police force.
     • Government
   • Explain
     • Connected to a server so many people can use it.

3. Flat Databases

   • Explain
     • Only has one table. Easy to implement.
     • Inefficient
   • Example
     • Small Business

4. Local Databases

   • Example
     • Small little company.
     • Household use.
   • Explain
     • On one computer therefore one person can use it.

5. Online Databases

   • Example
     • Tesco
     • Xbox
     • Bank
   • Explain
     • A database that can be accessed online. It is updated automatically.