How Do I Use a Database?

by Laura La Bella

Overview

A database is something that most students use every day, yet they may be in the dark when it comes to understanding how one works. Understanding the mechanics behind computer databases is likely to help them better put the technology to good use. The information compiled in this book sheds light on the types of databases, as well as how they organize, store, and retrieve information. Readers are also guided through an activity that gives them hands-on experience, putting what they've learned through the text to the test.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781622753741
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2014
Series:	Research Tools You Can Use Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What Is a Database? 4

Chapter 2 How Information Is Stored 11

Chapter 3 How Information Is Organized 16

Chapter 4 Getting Information from a Database 20

Chapter 5 Your Turn to Use a Database 25

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32