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The document compares centralized and distributed databases, highlighting their key features and differences. Centralized databases store data in a single location with easier management but face risks of failure and performance bottlenecks, while distributed databases spread data across multiple locations, offering improved availability and performance at the cost of increased complexity. The choice between the two depends on factors such as data volume, distribution, availability requirements, and management complexity.

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The document compares centralized and distributed databases, highlighting their key features and differences. Centralized databases store data in a single location with easier management but face risks of failure and performance bottlenecks, while distributed databases spread data across multiple locations, offering improved availability and performance at the cost of increased complexity. The choice between the two depends on factors such as data volume, distribution, availability requirements, and management complexity.

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Centralized Database

 Single Location: All data is stored and managed in a single physical


location, typically on a central server.

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Centralized Database

 Centralized Control: A single administrator manages the entire


database, ensuring data consistency and security.

 Easier Management: Due to its centralized nature, managing the


database is relatively straightforward.

 Single Point of Failure: If the central server fails, the entire database
becomes inaccessible.

 Performance Bottleneck: As all users access the same server,


performance can degrade under heavy load.

Distributed Database

 Multiple Locations: Data is distributed across multiple physical


locations, often geographically dispersed.

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Distributed Database

 Distributed Control: Each location has its own database, managed


locally, with some degree of autonomy.

 Increased Complexity: Managing a distributed database is more


complex due to the need for data replication and synchronization.

 Improved Availability: If one location fails, data remains accessible


from other locations.

 Enhanced Performance: Data is stored closer to users, reducing


network latency and improving access speed.

Key Differences Summarized

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Feature
Database Database

Data
Single location Multiple locations
Location

Managemen
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Complexity Lower Higher

Availability Lower Higher

Performanc
Lower Higher
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Choosing the Right Database

The choice between a centralized and distributed database depends on


various factors, including:

 Data Volume: For large datasets, a distributed database can offer


better scalability and performance.

 Data Distribution: If data is geographically dispersed, a distributed


database can improve access speed.

 Availability Requirements: If high availability is critical, a distributed


database can provide redundancy.
 Management Complexity: Centralized databases are generally
easier to manage, while distributed databases require more expertise.

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