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Data and information

Data is raw, unprocessed facts, while information is data that has been processed, organized, and
interpreted to provide meaning and value:

Data

Data is a collection of facts or statistics that is often numerical. Data can be quantitative, like an
item’s weight, or qualitative, like a person’s name. Data is disorganized and lacks significance by itself.

Information

Information is the processed outcome of data that provides context and meaning. Information is
often conveyed through words.

File and file system

The main difference between a file and a file system is that a file is a collection of data, while a file
system is a structure that organizes and manages files on a storage device:

File

A file is a collection of data stored in a computer system. Files can store information about users,
software, media, and more.

File system

A file system is a structure that organizes and manages files on a storage device. It defines how data
is stored, accessed, and organized on the storage device.

Data base

A database is a structured collection of data that is stored electronically in a computer system.


Databases can store any type of data, including numbers, words, images, videos, and files. They are
used to store, manage, and access large amounts of data for a variety of purposes, such as data
analysis, data storage, and data management.

Here are some key features of databases:

Organization

Databases organize data into tables made up of rows and columns. This makes it easier to process
and query data.

Management

A database management system (DBMS) is a software that allows users to store, retrieve, and edit
data in a database.

Querying

Most databases use Structured Query Language (SQL) for writing and querying data.

Types

There are many different types of databases, including relational databases, object-oriented
databases, and NoSQL databases.
Use

Databases can be used in a variety of settings, including scientific, business, and government
organizations.

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