Database management

As the volume of business data has grown, database management has become vital to data optimization and security. Database management are processes that ensure proper application performance, avoid compliance risk and protect valuable business data. Read database management strategies to make sure data is controlled throughout its lifecycle, from creation to deletion.

September 21, 2022 21 Sep'22
CockroachDB serverless database debuts with migration tools

After a year in preview, the database vendor is making its serverless offering generally available. It provides a new production-ready database for distributed SQL.
September 20, 2022 20 Sep'22
Imply advances Apache Druid real-time analytics database

The database vendor is continuing its effort to evolve the Apache Druid database, developing new capabilities to help users more easily load and transform data.
September 15, 2022 15 Sep'22
Google eases cloud database migration, improves Datastream

Google wants to make migrating to its new AlloyDB database easier for its users as well as provide new support for database migration from PostgreSQL.
September 13, 2022 13 Sep'22
Oracle brings MySQL Heatwave cloud database service to AWS

The tech giant launched a new MySQL cloud database service running on AWS infrastructure that will support both analytical and transactional database workloads.

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attribute

In general, an attribute is a property, quality, or characteristic that something or someone has. Continue Reading
database as a service (DBaaS)

Database as a service (DBaaS) is a cloud computing managed service offering that provides access to a database without requiring the setup of physical hardware, the installation of software or the need to configure the database. Continue Reading
database administrator (DBA)

A database administrator (DBA) is the information technician responsible for directing or performing all activities related to maintaining a successful database environment. Continue Reading

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Cloud database comparison: AWS, Microsoft, Google and Oracle

Here's a look at the rival cloud database offerings from AWS, Google, Microsoft and Oracle based on their product breadth, migration capabilities and pricing models. Continue Reading
Evaluating the different types of DBMS products

The various types of database software come with advantages, limitations and optimal uses that prospective buyers should be aware of before choosing a DBMS. Continue Reading
Compare NoSQL database types in the cloud

NoSQL systems are increasingly common in the cloud. Read about the different types of NoSQL databases that are available from major cloud providers and other vendors. Continue Reading

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Should you run your database on premises or in the cloud?

Use of cloud databases is surging, but there are still reasons for on-premises ones. Here's a comparison of cloud and local database architectures to help you choose. Continue Reading
Cloud database security: Key vendor controls, best practices

If your company is using a cloud database, it's critical to stay on top of security. Review the security features offered by top cloud providers, plus some best practices. Continue Reading
How to plan and manage a multi-cloud database environment

Deploying databases on different cloud platforms offers various benefits. Here's a set of 10 best practices for building a multi-cloud database architecture. Continue Reading

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hashing

Hashing is the process of transforming any given key or a string of characters into another value. Continue Reading
10 cloud database migration mistakes to avoid

Database expert Chris Foot lists the top 10 oversights IT teams commonly make when undertaking a cloud database migration and offers tips on how to avoid them. Continue Reading
Using a LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN in SQL

In this book excerpt, you'll learn LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN techniques and find various examples for creating SQL queries that incorporate OUTER JOINs. Continue Reading