The Term "Database" Has Evolved from a Specialized Technical Term

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Essay

The term "database" has evolved from a specialized technical term into part of our everyday vocabulary. Please define database, database software, record, field, and relational database.

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Definitions:

Expressive Behavior

Behavior that conveys an individual's feelings, attitudes, or emotions.

Public Speaking

Public speaking is the act of delivering a speech or presentation in front of a live audience with the purpose of informing, persuading, or entertaining.

Central Traits

Key characteristics of a person's personality that are considered fundamental to their behavior and identity.

Cardinal Trait

A personality characteristic that is so dominant in an individual's personality that it influences nearly every act; according to Gordon Allport’s theory of personality.