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Handling Databases Class 8

Handling Databases with Research

What is a Database:

A structured set of data held in a computer, especially one that
is accessible in various ways is called Database. A database is
usually controlled by a database management system (DBMS).
Together, the data and the DBMS, along with the applications
that are associated with them, are referred to as a database
system, often shortened simply to database.

The common language among electronic database is SQL. It
works at the backend of most of the user interface in any
application. MS Access is one of the software which uses the
same structure of SQL. Relational Database Management System
(RDBMS).

Introduction to MS Access:

Microsoft Access is a database management system (DBMS) from Microsoft that combines the
relational Microsoft Jet Database Engine with a graphical user interface and software-development
tools. Access is an easy-to-use tool for creating business applications, either from templates or from
scratch. With its rich and intuitive design tools, Access can help in creating appealing and highly
functional applications in a minimal amount of time.

MS Access User Interface:

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