Which is better database vs flat files

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Oct 11, 2019 in Database by Daric
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Difference between database and flat files are given below:

  • Database provide more flexibility whereas flat file provide less flexibility.

  • Database system provide data consistency whereas flat file can not provide data consistency.

  • Database is more secure over flat files.

  • Database support DML and DDL whereas flat files can not support these.

  • Less data redundancy in database whereas more data redundancy in flat files.

answered Oct 11, 2019 by Omaiz
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