Preface

Purpose of This Book

Databases have become a central element of the framework of modern computer systems. So it follows that the study of database systems, design, and management is an essential part of the education of computer science and information science majors. A course in database technology should provide students with a strong theoretical background, practice in database design, and experience creating and developing a working database. Students should also be exposed to emerging data management issues and new directions for database technology. This book is designed to help students integrate theoretical material with practical knowledge, using an approach that applies theory to practical database implementation. This book ...

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