FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

Detailed explanation-1: -Database-is an integrated collection of logically related records or files. A database consolidates records previously stored in separate files into a common pool of data records that provides data for many applications. The data is managed by systems software called database management systems (DBMS).

Detailed explanation-2: -A record: Contains specific data, like information about a particular employee or a product. A field: Contains data about one aspect of the table subject, such as first name or e-mail address.

Detailed explanation-3: -A database is a data structure that stores organized information. Most databases contain multiple tables, which may each include several different fields.

Detailed explanation-4: -A record is a collection of related fields. An Employee record may contain a name field(s), address fields, birthdate field and so on. A file is a collection of related records. Tables are also called datasheets.