Microcomputer Database Management Using Microsoft Access

Microcomputer Database Management Using Microsoft Access Version 2.0 offers an excellent introduction to database management and design techniques. In addition to presenting a solid, in-depth overview of essential database concepts, the authors invoke a practical step-by-step approach to effective design and implementation of microcomputer databases, taking full advantage of the powers of Microsoft Access. Highlights of Microcomputer Database Management Using Microsoft Access Version 2.0 include focuses on the relational model of database management, exploring the structure, methods, and impact of this model on database design; provides additional overviews of both the network (CODASYL) and hierarchical models, enhancing further insight to database models; covers database administration, DBMS selection, and applications generators, providing thorough topical coverage; incorporates two thorough case studies, one entirely new, providing real-life applications; integrates numerous debugging discussions, facilitating troubleshooting skills; provides a variety of significant and realistic programming exercises, honing design and management skills and abilities; and features an end-of-chapter summary and list of key terms, enhancing overall understanding of database concepts. With its thorough coverage and practical tutorial approach, Microcomputer Database Management Using Microsoft Access Version 2.0 carefully develops the database design, implementation, and administration skills necessary to the user.