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The document compares file systems and database management systems (DBMS). File systems organize files hierarchically but lack advanced data management capabilities. DBMS provides centralized, structured data storage and ensures data integrity through features like validation, indexing and transactions.

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The document compares file systems and database management systems (DBMS). File systems organize files hierarchically but lack advanced data management capabilities. DBMS provides centralized, structured data storage and ensures data integrity through features like validation, indexing and transactions.

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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FILE SYSTEM AND DBMS

The file system is a way of arranging the files in a storage medium like a hard disk. The file
system organizes the files and helps in the retrieval of files when they are required. File systems
consist of different files which are grouped into directories. The directories further contain
other folders and files. The file system performs basic operations like management, file naming,
giving access rules, etc.

Example: NTFS(New Technology File System), EXT(Extended File System).

DBMS(Database Management System)


A Database Management System is software that manages the collection of related data. It is
used for storing data and retrieving the data effectively when it is needed. It also provides
proper security measures for protecting the data from unauthorized access. In Database
Management System the data can be fetched by SQL queries and relational algebra. It also
provides mechanisms for data recovery and data backup.

Example:
Oracle, MySQL, MS SQL server.

Difference between File System and DBMS

Basics File System DBMS

The file system is a way of arranging


DBMS is software for managing
the files in a storage medium within
the database.
Structure a computer.

Data Redundant data can be present in a In DBMS there is no redundant


Redundancy file system. data.

It doesn’t provide Inbuilt It provides in house tools for


Backup and mechanism for backup and recovery backup and recovery of data
Recovery of data if it is lost. even if it is lost.

Query There is no efficient query Efficient query processing is


Basics File System DBMS

processing processing in the file system. there in DBMS.

There is more data consistency


There is less data consistency in the
because of the process of
file system.
Consistency normalization.

It has more complexity in


It is less complex as compared to
handling as compared to the file
DBMS.
Complexity system.

DBMS has more security


File systems provide less security in
Security mechanisms as compared to file
comparison to DBMS.
Constraints systems.

It has a comparatively higher


It is less expensive than DBMS.
Cost cost than a file system.

In DBMS data independence


exists, mainly of two types:
There is no data independence.
Data 1) Logical Data Independence.
Independence 2)Physical Data Independence.

Only one user can access data at a Multiple users can access data
User Access time. at a time.

The user has to write


The users are not required to write
procedures for managing
procedures.
Meaning databases

Data is distributed in many files. So, Due to centralized nature data


Sharing it is not easy to share data. sharing is easy

Data It give details of storage and It hides the internal details of


Abstraction representation of data Database
Basics File System DBMS

Integrity Integrity Constraints are difficult to Integrity constraints are easy to


Constraints implement implement

To access data in a file , user


requires attributes such as file No such attributes are required.
Attributes name, file location.

Example Cobol, C++ Oracle, SQL Server

The main difference between a file system and a DBMS (Database Management System) is
the way they organize and manage data.

File systems are used to manage files and directories, and provide basic operations for creating,
deleting, renaming, and accessing files. They typically store data in a hierarchical structure,
where files are organized in directories and subdirectories. File systems are simple and efficient,
but they lack the ability to manage complex data relationships and ensure data consistency.
On the other hand, DBMS is a software system designed to manage large amounts of structured
data, and provide advanced operations for storing, retrieving, and manipulating
data. DBMS provides a centralized and organized way of storing data, which can be accessed
and modified by multiple users or applications. DBMS offers advanced features like data
validation, indexing, transactions, concurrency control, and backup and recovery mechanisms.
DBMS ensures data consistency, accuracy, and integrity by enforcing data constraints, such as
primary keys, foreign keys, and data types.
In summary, file systems are suitable for managing small amounts of unstructured data, while
DBMS is designed for managing large amounts of structured data, and offers more advanced
features for ensuring data integrity, security, and performance.

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