Database

Database

1. Paper

   • Catalog
   • Dairy
   • Yellow pages
   • Advantages
     • You can make lots of copies very easily
     • You don't need any technical equipment
   • Disadvantages
     • It takes longer to update
     • They are slower to search for information
     • It can be more expensive because paper is expansive, and also you need a printer

2. Computer

   • Phone contacts
   • 118 118 directory enquires
   • Microsoft office
   • Register
   • Advantages
     • You can make lots of copies very easily
     • They are quicker to search for information
     • They are quicker to update

3. Database is a persistent store of data stored in an organised way.

4. field

   • a record is composed of fields

5. Record

   • The data is stored in records