Also called “data reengineering.” Allows the user to capture physical models of legacy and production systems and relate each attribute…
A central place in which databases are stored and maintained in an organized way. A repository may be directly accessible…
A database or database management system that stores information in tables—rows and columns of data—and conducts searches by using data…
The storage of multiple copies of identical data. The process of limiting excessive copying, update, and transmission costs associated with…
A method of building computer systems in which the system is programmed and implemented in segments, rather than waiting until…
A software development process whose purpose is to evaluate the suitability of a potential application for production.
The computer industry standard network protocol or model for computer-to-computer communications. Developed by the International Standards Organization, OSI consists of…
A computing environment that allows users to access and utilize data and software across multiple platforms. Incompatible hardware platforms, operating…