Where should databases stored?

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Database tables and indexes may be stored on disk in one of a number of forms, including ordered/unordered flat files, ISAM, heap files, hash buckets, or B+ trees. Each form has its own particular advantages and disadvantages. The most commonly used forms are B-trees and ISAM.

Where are databases stored on computer?

The data file stores the data. The log file (written to first) stores a record of the transaction before its persisted to disk. These files are stored on disk subsystems. If you're smart, both files are stored on SSDs.

What is database and where it is stored?

A database is an organized collection of structured information, or data, typically stored electronically in a computer system. A database is usually controlled by a database management system (DBMS).

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The data file stores the data. The log file (written to first) stores a record of the transaction before its persisted to disk. These files are stored on disk subsystems. If you're smart, both files are stored on SSDs.

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A database is an organized collection of structured information, or data, typically stored electronically in a computer system. A database is usually controlled by a database management system (DBMS).

Where should databases stored?

Where are databases stored on computer?

What is database and where it is stored?

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