Publication

1985 - Wiley, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

96,500 words, Guess

Page Count

386 pages

Identifiers

and 5 more
  • Goodreads3556754
  • Library of Congress Control Number85006525
  • OCLC Control Number11969738
  • Better World Books9780471807025
  • Open LibraryOL3026127M

Classifications

  • DDC001.64/4
  • LCCQA76.9.D3 G523 1985
  • LCCQA76.9.D3

Alternate Titles

  • Data base.

Description

This clearly written text is designed to explain the principles behind database to an audience which has only an elementary understanding of computers and computer programming and suitable for use as a text in a first course in database management. Chapters include simple files and storage media; file organization and access methods; benefits of the database approach; DBMS characteristics; the hierarchical, network, relational, and pseudorelational models; database design; data dictionaries; database environment issues; data administration; and evolving topics (database machines, distributed database, and database on personal computers). Each chapter closes with references and suggested reading material, followed by questions and exercises. the book is a starting point, and useful for establishing a broad and practical foundation in databases.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Database: step-by-stepWiley1985-01-01

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