5.5 - Popular Database Packages
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What is Microsoft Access?
💡 Hint: Think about which software you use for document creation.
Name one feature of MySQL.
💡 Hint: Which database is often connected to websites?
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Which of the following is a feature of Microsoft Access?
💡 Hint: Think about the software for everyday users.
True or False: MySQL is primarily used for desktop applications.
💡 Hint: Consider where you see MySQL most often used.
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You are tasked with designing a database for a local bookstore. Discuss which database package you would choose and why, considering factors such as scale, user access, and security.
💡 Hint: Consider what type of applications are typically used in bookstores.
Compare the licensing model of Oracle Database versus MySQL. What implications does this have for businesses?
💡 Hint: Think about the costs involved in maintaining large enterprise applications.
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