CHAPTER 1Introduction to Databases and Oracle
Most everyone has heard the cliché, "information is power." And is this ever true. When you think about it, one of the most important assets of any institution is its information. For example, a typical business must keep track of its customers, orders, product inventory, and employee information, for obvious reasons. Additionally, the analysis of pertinent business information can help make a company more competitive. For example, a sales analyst can use current and historical sales data to forecast future sales and identify trends that might help to improve overall business profitability.
This chapter provides you with a brief introduction to the following topics:
Databases
Database management ...
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