Which is better CSV or database?

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If you always need all data from a single table (like for application settings ), CSV is faster, otherwise not. I don't even consider SQL queries , transactions , data manipulation or concurrent access here, as CSV is certainly not for these things. 18 февр. 2009 г.

Is SQL better than CSV?

SQL, or Structured Query Language, is designed to for complex queries using a relational database. A CSV file is not a relational database, and therefore has significantly more limitations for storing, updating, and manipulating data. Mostly Indexes. SQL databases are different from flat files.

Why use a database instead of a CSV?

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.

How does CSV compare to database?

Since CSV files contain structured data, a CSV comparison is launched using the DiffDog Compare Database Data selection, either from the File menu or the tool icon. This opens a new comparison window where the user selects the left and right comparison objects.

Which is faster database or file system?

As a general rule, databases are slower than files. If you require indexing of your files, a hard-coded access path on customised indexing structures will always have the potential to be faster if you do it correctly. But 'performance' is not the goal when choosing a database over a file based solution.

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