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Technology Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Database | A collection of structured info or data stored electronically in a computer system. |
| Table | The fundamental building block of database that stores raw data organized into rows and columns. |
| Record | A single, complete row in a table that contains all the data about a specific person, place, or thing. |
| Field | A single column in a table that contains a specific category of info |
| Primary Key | A unique field that specifically identifies each individual record in a table, preventing duplicate data. |
| Query | A question or request presented to the database to find, filter, sort, or manipulate specific data across one or more tables. |
| Form | A user friendly, on screen interface utilized to easily enter, view, and edit data in your tables without directly touching the underlying structure. |
| Report | A formatted, professional layout of database info designed for viewing, printing, or sharing with others. |
| Relational Database | A type of database where multiple tables are linked to one another through shared fields, which minimizes data redundancy. |
| Design View | An advanced editing mode in Access where you can configure the structure, data types, and properties of your tables, queries, and forms. |