3.   We listed six (6) different types uses (NOT MODELS BUT RATHER USAGES) of databases. For example, one type of database is an operational database. List AT LEAST three (3) others. For one (1) of those types that you have listed, give AT LEAST two (2) subtypes/examples/descriptions.

 

Database Type/Usage

Function/Subtype

Operational

Detailed Information

   Transaction Databases

   Production Databases

Analytical

Info. Needed by managers/End Users

   Management Databases

   Informational Databases

   Statistical Databases

   OLTPS

   DSS

   EIS

Data Warehouses

Central Repository of data from Various sources

Data Mining

Distributed Databases

Databases Spread-out Throughout the Org

   Replicated data bases

   Partitioned data bases

End User databases

Shared data gathered by individuals

Shared applications by individuals

External databases

Commercially available databases (free or charged)

Shareware

Freeware