6.1.4: Data and Databases — Read

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Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this chapter, you will be able to:

Explain the differences between data, information, and knowledge;
Define the term database and identify the steps to creating one;
Describe the role of a database management system;
Describe the characteristics of a data warehouse; and
Define data mining and describe its role in an organization.

This chapter explores how organizations use information systems to turn data into information and knowledge to be used for competitive advantage. We will discuss how different types of data are captured and managed, different types of databases, and how individuals and organizations use them.

6.1.4.1: Introduction to Data and Databases
Discuss advantages and disadvantages of qualitative and quantitative data.
6.1.4.2: Examples of Data
The goal of the database is to organize a related collection of information in a meaningful way.
6.1.4.3: Structured Query Language
Making use of Structured Query Language (SQL.)
6.1.4.4: Designing a Database
Designing a normalized database.
6.1.4.5: Sidebar- The Difference between a Database and a Spreadsheet
Discuss the difference between a spreadsheet and a database.
6.1.4.6: Big Data
Discuss big data to know your customers.
6.1.4.7: Data Warehouse
The use and benefits of data warehousing.
6.1.4.8: Data Mining
Data mining helps companies analysis trends, products, and customer interest.
6.1.4.9: Database Management Systems
Companies of all sizes using database management systems.
6.1.4.10: Enterprise Databases
Enterprise databases help thousands of users at one time.
6.1.4.11: Knowledge Management
Capturing insight and experience using knowledge management in a company.
6.1.4.12: Sidebar- What is data science?
The many uses of structured and unstructured data.
6.1.4.13: Summary
Creating and managing databases.
6.1.4.14: Study Questions
Test your knowledge on data and databases.

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