Database Management
by Jirapong Boontam
1. Database :: Collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data
1.1. Database Software, often called a database management system(DBMS)
1.1.1. Create a computerized database
1.1.2. Add, modify, and delete data
1.1.3. Sort and retrieve data
1.1.4. Create forms and reports from the data
2. Data :: Collection of unprocessed items •Text •Numbers •Images •Audio •Video
2.1. Common data types include
2.1.1. Text
2.1.2. Numeric
2.1.3. AutoNumber
2.1.4. Currency
2.1.5. Date
2.1.6. Memo
2.1.7. Yes/No
2.1.8. Hyperlink
2.1.9. Object
2.1.10. Attachment
3. Information :: Processed data •Documents •Audio •Images Video
3.1. Valuable information should have the following characteristics
3.1.1. Accurate
3.1.2. Verifiable
3.1.3. Timely
3.1.4. Organized
3.1.5. Accessible
3.1.6. Useful
3.1.7. Cost effective