Database

Database software is one of the most commonly used application packages in business. Therefore, it is
important that all IT users have a working knowledge of this type of software and an understanding of the
advantages and disadvantages so that they can identify appropriate situations in which to use a computerised
database.

Databases deal with structured information that can be
broken down into lots of similar records, each having the same fields. Also, Documentation is necessary for every application and system so that they can be maintained and adapted
over time.

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When databases are used to store information, it is important that people can rely on this information. There
are various methods for ensuring that the information contained within databases is correct and a number of
these will be considered. Particularly effective techniques are those that control and validate the information as
it is being entered.