Are NoSQL databases non-relational?

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The term NoSQL refers to data stores that do not use SQL for queries. Instead, the data stores use other programming languages and constructs to query the data. In practice, "NoSQL" means "non-relational database," even though many of these databases do support SQL-compatible queries.

Is NoSQL relational or non-relational?

Non-relational databases are sometimes referred to as “NoSQL,” which stands for Not Only SQL. The main difference between these is how they store their information.

Which databases are non-relational?

There are four popular non-relational types: document data store, column-oriented database, key-value store and graph database. Often combinations of these types are used for a single application.

Does NoSQL use relational model?

SQL databases are known as relational databases, and have a table-based data structure, with a strict, predefined schema required. NoSQL databases, or non-relational databases, can be document based, graph databases, key-value pairs, or wide-column stores.

Is MongoDB a non-relational database?

MongoDB is a non-relational document database that provides support for JSON-like storage. The MongoDB database has a flexible data model that enables you to store unstructured data, and it provides full indexing support, and replication with rich and intuitive APIs.

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