Database
Database: A structured collection of data that includes data and metadata (data about the data).
Definition
A structured collection of data that includes data and metadata (data about the data). Databases are managed by database management systems. The election database stores all of the requisite information to manage election including precinct information, race and candidate information, and data used to prepare the ballots, tabulate, and report results.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
A structured repository of data that is organized to provide efficient retrieval.
- Definition 3
A structured collection of data that includes data and meta data (data about the data). Databases are managed by Database Management Systems. The election database stores all of the requisite information to manage election including precinct information, race and candidate information, and data used to prepare the ballots, tabulate, and report results.
- Definition 4
A structured repository of data that is organized to provide efficient retrieval. SOURCE: Cyberspace Solarium Commission Final Report, 2020
- Definition 5
A structured collection of data that is organized to provide efficient retrieval.