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A database is an organized collection of data. The data is typically organized to model aspects of reality in a way that supports processes requiring information. For example, modelling the availability of rooms in hotels in a way that supports finding a hotel with vacancies. A few modern database systems include Microsoft SQL, Microsoft Access, MySQL, MongoDB, Oracle, NoSQL, SQLite, and PostgreSQL. Data from a database is often retrieved or queried by SQL code (Structured Query Language).
Availability: Free Download Comparable: Access, Cambridge Structural Database System, Filemaker Pro RexDB is a platform for creating Configurable Data Repositories (CDRs). Unlike typical data warehouses and data marts, CDRs can be configured by implementation analysts, usually with little-to-no help from software engineers, and with no help from database administrators. RexDB includes several specialized end-user applications … Read more
Availability: Download Comparable: Access, Filemaker Pro Oracle DBMS (DataBase Management System) is an enterprise grade database system designed to handle very large and complex databases with high availability and redundancy. Oracle databases are popular in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems such as Banner and PeopleSoft. Oracle licenses are very complex due to its scalability and typical … Read more
Availability: Download Comparable: Access, Oracle FileMaker Pro is a cross-platform relational database application from FileMaker Inc, a subsidiary of Apple Inc. It integrates a database engine with a GUI-based interface, allowing users to modify the database by dragging new elements into layouts, screens, or forms. Current versions are: FileMaker Pro 13, FileMaker Pro Advanced 13, FileMaker Server … Read more