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Relational Database

A type of database that stores and provides access to data points that are related to one another.

AbbreviationRDBMS
Categoryai

Overview

A Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) is a program that allows you to create, update, and administer a relational database. Most relational databases use SQL to access the database.

Key Concepts

  • Tables: Data organized in rows and columns.
  • Primary Key: Unique identifier for a row.
  • Foreign Key: Link between two tables.
  • ACID Compliance: Ensuring reliable transactions.

Related Terms

NormalizationPostgreSQLMySQL