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 |