Publisher's Synopsis
This text offers students a solid foundation in database management and design techniques. Written from a practical perspective, it focuses on using datbase management systems to develop applications. All models of database management are covered in detail, with specific focus on the relational model. It covers the information and physical levels of database design in detail, plus integrates a complete major database design example throughout the text.;This edition includes a new chapter on microcomputer database management systems, new material on knowledge-based systems, object-oriented systems and expanded distributed systems. In addition, there is updated material on the relational model, SQL and QBE.;This book should be of interest to second or third year students on courses in departments of computer studies, information systems, business and computer science.
