A database server is a specialized computer on which database management system (DBMS) software is installed.
DBMS is a set of programs that provides organized data storage, processing and retrieval.
The database server performs several important functions:
- Data storage: Data is stored on the hard drives of the server in the form of files.
- Data processing: A DBMS installed on the server processes data requests from users.
- Data Access: The database server provides access to data to authorized users.
- Security: The database server ensures data security against unauthorized access.
- Scalability: The database server can be scaled by adding additional hardware resources to support growing data and user numbers.
There are several types of database servers:
- Relational: Store data in the form of tables that are related to each other. This is the most common type of database server. Examples: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle Database.
- Non-relational: Do not use tables to store data. They are more suitable for storing large volumes of unstructured data. Examples: MongoDB, Cassandra, CouchDB.
- Embedded: Embedded in other applications. They are used to store small amounts of data necessary for the operation of the program.
- Analytical: Optimized for analytical data processing. They are used to create reports and business analytics. Examples: Teradata, SAP HANA, IBM DB2.
Here are some factors to consider when choosing a database server:
- Data volume: How much data will be stored in the database?
- Number of users: How many users will work with the database at the same time?
- Data Type: What types of data will be stored in the database?
- Required features: What features are required to work with the database?
- Budget: How much are you willing to spend on a database server?
In addition to these types, database servers can also be classified according to other features:
- By deployment type: local, cloud, hybrid.
- By operating system: Windows, Linux, Unix.
- By hardware platform: x86, Power, SPARC.
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