Entry 10A: Database

A few issues in Databases are:

1)  Hierarchy of Data

Example 1:



Example 2:



Data hierarchy explained via slideshare.

Primary & Foreign Key explained:Primary & Foreign Key
To see the difference between the database structure, let's look at the followings:

2) Relational Data model

3) Network Data model

4) Hierarchical Data model
GROUP ACTIVITY:
In groups, compare and contrast between the three (3) data models. Share your findings in lecture.
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5) Multidimensional Data model

Example  a: 




Example b:




To find out further about OLAP cube, please go to: Multidimensional Databases

Now, can you identify the 3-Dimensions (3D) in the two hypercubes above?


6) Creating Databases using MS Access


6.1  Creating a blank database:



6.2  Creating a field / field type



6.3  Creating a Form




6.4  Print or View Report using Report Templates





7. Physical Data model


Example (i):



Example (ii):





Sources:
www.studytonight.com;
www.businessforum.com;
www.computerbusinessresearch.com;
www.betterbuys.com&
Internet images of data hierarchy
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