introduction

what is a database?

what is found in a database?

who produces databases?

how is a database searched?

when is a database used?

referenced links

quiz

Author: Beverly D. Hills, MSLS
Created: 20031007
Comments: bhills@tcc.edu

Quiz

1. How is a database different from a mass of data?
   
   
2. Name 3 types of a database producers.
   
   
3. Describe the difference between a key word search and a subject search.
   
   
4. List 3 types of information you would expect to find in a database.
   
   
5. Name 3 commercial databases available at TCC.