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Lecture 2_Filebased Systems vs DBMS

The document outlines the differences between file-based systems and database systems, highlighting their definitions, characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. File-based systems are simple and cost-effective but suffer from issues like data redundancy and limited security, while database systems provide better data integrity and sharing but are more complex and costly to implement. The document concludes with review questions to reinforce understanding of the material presented.

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Lecture 2_Filebased Systems vs DBMS

The document outlines the differences between file-based systems and database systems, highlighting their definitions, characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. File-based systems are simple and cost-effective but suffer from issues like data redundancy and limited security, while database systems provide better data integrity and sharing but are more complex and costly to implement. The document concludes with review questions to reinforce understanding of the material presented.

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By Mrs Mulambia Chewe Luaba

Lesson Outline
Introduction
• Objective: Compare and contrast database
systems and file-based systems.
• Importance: Understanding the differences
between database systems and file-based
systems is crucial for selecting the best data
management approach for an organization.
File-Based Systems
• Definition: A file-based system is a collection
of files stored on a computer, each containing
data and/or programs.
Characteristics of File Based Systems
• Data is stored in separate files
• Each file has a specific format and structure
• Data is accessed and manipulated using file
management systems
File-based Systems
Advantages Disadvantages
• Simple and easy to • Data redundancy and
implement inconsistency
• Fast data access and • Data isolation and
manipulation fragmentation
• Low cost • Limited data sharing and
security
Database Systems

• Definition: A database system is a collection of


related data stored in a single repository,
managed by a database management system
(DBMS).
Characteristics of a Database System
• Data is stored in a centralized repository
• Data is organized into tables, records, and
fields
• Data is accessed and manipulated using a
DBMS
Database Systems
Advantages Disadvantages
• Improved data integrity and • Complex and expensive to
consistency implement
• Enhanced data sharing and • Requires specialized skills
security and training
• Better data management • May require significant
and querying capabilities hardware and software
resources
Unit Summary
• File-based systems are simple and easy to
implement, but have limitations in terms of
data integrity, sharing, and security.
• Database systems offer improved data
integrity, sharing, and security, but are
complex and expensive to implement.
Review Questions
1. What are the main differences between file-
based systems and database systems?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages
of file-based systems?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages
of database systems?
4. When would you choose to use a file-based
system over a database system?

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