Allows us to store and retrieve data practically and efficiently.
(Data to Information, then Knowledge to Wisdom
Field (as related to DBs)
the smallest, most fundamental unit of data storage
Record (as related to DBs)
structured entry in a table that has a collection of related information about a specific person, item, or object
Query
A question, inquiry, or request for information, often used to express doubt or to retrieve data from a system
DBMS
software that lets users create, store, retrieve, update, and manage data in a secure manner
Data
Information converted in binary format. (1’s and 0’s)
Information
data represented in a binary format (using 0s and 1s) that can be stored, processed, and transmitted by computers and electronic devices
Knowledge
Understanding required to access, manage, evaluate, and create information using digital technologies.
Wisdom
the ability to use technology to enhance human cognitive abilities