What is data storage and retrieval?

What is data retrieval?

In databases, data retrieval is the process of identifying and extracting data from a database, based on a query provided by the user or application. It enables the fetching of data from a database in order to display it on a monitor and/or use within an application.

What do you mean by data storage?

Data storage refers to the use of recording media to retain data using computers or other devices. The most prevalent forms of data storage are file storage, block storage and object storage, with each being ideal for different purposes.

What is storage in retrieval?

Psychologists distinguish between three necessary stages in the learning and memory process: encoding, storage, and retrieval (Melton, 1963). Encoding is defined as the initial learning of information; storage refers to maintaining information over time; retrieval is the ability to access information when you need it.

What is management of data storage and retrieval?

Storage management refers to the software and processes that improve the performance of data storage resources. It may include network virtualization, replication, mirroring, security, compression, deduplication, traffic analysis, process automation, storage provisioning and memory management.