Structured Query Language [SQL]

A standardized query^[3] language for requesting information^[1] from a database^[2].

Defined Terms

The by-product of having data in an HR System. Data is gathered and reviewed providing information for decision making.

A set of data. A permanent, self descriptive store of interrelated data items arranged in a logical way that can be accessed by various computer programs.

3. ↑ query.

A request for information from a database.

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Glossary: Open Systems
An architecture where applications can run on a variety of leading hardware and database platforms without the need for changes to the application programs. For example, an application that can run on Oracle or SQL would be considered open from a database platform perspective.
Glossary: Relational Database Management Systems [RDBMS]
A program that lets you create, update, and administer a relational database. Most commercial RDBMS's use the Structured Query Language (SQL) to access the database.

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