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(a) Define sequential file access and describe how it works in managing data.
Answer: Sequential file access is a method where data is accessed in a specific order,
from the beginning of the file to the end. Each record is read one after the other, which
is efficient when data needs to be processed in sequence, like reading a log file or playing
a media file. However, finding specific data requires scanning through each record
sequentially, which can be slower for large files.

(b) Define direct file access and explain its key advantages over sequential access.
Answer: Direct file access, also known as random access, allows data to be accessed at
any location within the file without needing to read through other records first. This
method uses an index or direct addressing, making it faster for retrieving specific
records. The main advantage of direct access is its speed in accessing individual records,
which is particularly beneficial in large databases where quick retrieval of specific data is
required.

(c) Compare sequential and direct file organization, listing two advantages of each
method.
Answer:
 Sequential File Organization Advantages:
1. Simpler and more efficient for processing data that needs to be read in
order.
2. Requires less memory and simpler algorithms for file management, making
it more suitable for simple applications.
 Direct File Organization Advantages:
1. Provides faster access to specific data points, as there’s no need to read
through the entire file.
2. Suitable for applications where quick retrieval of individual records is
necessary, like database management systems.

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(d) Give an example scenario where sequential file access would be more
appropriate than direct access, and explain why.
Answer: Sequential file access is more appropriate for tasks like reading transaction
logs. Since logs are processed in the order they occur, sequential access efficiently
reads each record in sequence without skipping, which suits the ordered nature of the
data.

(e) In which situations would direct file access be essential, and why?
Answer: Direct file access is essential in database applications where quick retrieval of
individual records is critical, such as in a customer management system. Here, direct
access allows for rapid retrieval of specific customer information based on their unique
ID, improving performance and reducing access time significantly.

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