Question

Differentiate between flat file and relational database.

Answer 1

In flat file database we store data in single table .

In relational database wester data in multiple tables .

In flat file database we do not create any relationship between the tables .

In relational database we can link those tables to get a single piece of information.

Example of flatfile - MS Excel

Example of relational - Oracle .

Answer 2

Explanation:

Flat file:-

• Contains fixed number of fields and rows
• No relationship between tables
• Example- MS excel

Relational :-

• No fixed number of rows and columns
• Relationship between tables
• Example- oracle, MS access

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