Database Management Systems. Express Learning 2012

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As organizations strive to excel in a modern competitive environment, managing information acquires greater relevance. Database systems now play a vital role in the effective management of informa-tion. Database being an essential ingredient of modern computing systems, the subject Database Management Systems is compulsory for students enrolled in various computer science courses in most universities. The book Database Management Systems aims to provide an in-depth knowledge of most important aspects of database systems in an easy-to-understand question and-answer format. The book comprises questions and their corresponding answers on fundamental concepts like data-base design, languages and implementation as well as advanced concepts like distributed databases and query processing and optimization. In addition, some miscellaneous questions on emerging tech-nologies like object-based databases and XML are also included. The organized and accessible format allows students to quickly fi nd questions on specific topics. The book Database Management Systems is a part of series named Express Learning Series, which has a number of books designed as quick reference guides