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key terms chp 11
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| database | a structured set of data held in a computer, especially one that is accessible in various ways |
| field | a category that holds one piece of information in a database. |
| record | a collection of fields for one item in the database. |
| primary key | a field that contains a unique identification for each record i a database. |
| ascending sort | Arranging data from the normal low to high sequence; for example, from A to Z or from 0 to 9 |
| descending sort | Arranging data from high to low sequence; for example, from Z to A or from 9 to 0 |
| query | a database object that enables you to locate records that meet a certain criteria. |
| report | a database object used to present the information in a database in a way that is easy to read. |