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= Database Management System - DBMS = A Database Management System is a software that allows creation, definition and manipulation of database. DBMS is actually a tool used to perform any kind of operation on data in database. DBMS also provides protection and security to database. It maintains data consistency in case of multiple users. Here are some examples of popular DBMS: MySQL, Oracle, Sybase, Microsoft Access, IBM DB2 etc.

Database
Database is a collection of related data organised in a way that data can be easily accessed, managed and updated. Any piece of information can be a data, for example name of your school. Database is actualy a place where related piece of information is stored and various operations can be performed on it.

Fundamentals of a DBMS
A database management system is fundamental because it manages data efficiently and allows users to perform multiple tasks with ease. A database management system stores, organises and manages a large amount of information within a single software application. Therefore, transportation management, administrative, and control systems professionals are often responsible for making design, development, operations, and maintenance decisions concerning database management systems. In addition, many transportation professionals are users of database management systems to support their responsibilities. Clearly, in order to effectively accomplish their mission, transportation professionals do not need to be database experts. However, a basic understanding of database management systems has become important.