Database

A database is a computer software system built for efficient storage and retrieval of data.

Often a database is not accessed directly by an end user, but through a separate application interface. The application might contain business logic, while the raw data is persisted through a separate database.

Types of Databases

• Relational database
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • MySQL
  • Oracle
  • PostgreSQL
• Object-oriented database

See Also

• SQL is a standard language for querying a database.

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