Database management systems: design considerations and attribute facilities

Database management systems (DBMSs) form the foundation of most information systems. This study asked database developers and administrators to identify the features that are most important to them. The study finds that the features desired by respondents relate to query performance – particularly o...

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Published in:The Journal of systems and software 2001-03, Vol.56 (2), p.183-193
Main Authors: Post, Gerald, Kagan, Albert
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Data base management systems
Database management system
Evaluation
Features
Multi-attribute
Studies
Systems design
User systems process
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Summary:Database management systems (DBMSs) form the foundation of most information systems. This study asked database developers and administrators to identify the features that are most important to them. The study finds that the features desired by respondents relate to query performance – particularly on complex queries. Respondents are also concerned about data integrity controls – particularly support for triggers, deadlock resolution, and control over data transaction logs. The study also provides insight into how respondents use the DBMS. Transaction processing and application development were primary factors. Distributed databases, administration, and general features were less important.
ISSN:0164-1212
1873-1228
DOI:10.1016/S0164-1212(00)00096-0