Types of Database


☞ A database can be classified into two categories :

 
1. Flat File Database 
2. Relational Database 

Flat File Database

☞ Data is stored in a single table.

☞ Usually suitable for less amount of data.

Relational Database

☞ Data is stored in multiple tables and the tables are linked using a common field.

☞ Relational is suitable for medium to large amount of data.