Question

Introduction of data handling

Answer 1

Data handling is the process of ensuring that researchdata is stored, archived or disposed off in a safe and secure manner during and after the conclusion of a research project. This includes the development of policies and procedures to manage data handled electronically as well as through non-electronic means .

Answer 2

Data is the food of statistics. Data means any item of information however presented or represented. A datum can be an item of text such as a name or an address or a number or numerical expression. A number of related data may be associated together to form a record – each separate data item is then referred to as a field within the record. Many records together form a table or database.