Database
A database is an organized collection of data stored and accessed electronically.
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Manish Deshpande
First written 11 Feb 2025
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A database is an organised collection of data stored electronically so it can be easily searched, updated and managed.
How it works
Data is often arranged in tables of rows and columns. Special software called a database management system (DBMS) lets users store, retrieve and change the information.
Uses
Databases power websites, banks, online shops, hospitals and governments — almost any system that needs to keep track of large amounts of information.
Frequently asked questions
What is a database?
An organised electronic collection of data.
What is a DBMS?
Software used to store and manage a database.