Practice - Heap Files (Unordered Files)
Practice Questions
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Define a heap file.
💡 Hint: Think of how papers can be placed without sorting.
What is a primary advantage of using heap files?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you add new data.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main characteristic of heap files?
💡 Hint: Think about how you would add papers randomly to a box.
True or False: Searching in heap files is efficient.
💡 Hint: Consider the need to look through each paper to find a specific one.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a system primarily used for logging error messages, would a heap file organization be advantageous? Justify your answer.
💡 Hint: Consider what the priority of the logging system is.
In a scenario where heap files are utilized but frequent record updates occur, propose a strategy to mitigate performance issues.
💡 Hint: Think about additional structures that can help in fast searches.
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