Define Spreadsheets and Databases. List the similarities and differences between the applications. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each application. Explain why Databases and data management is important.

Discussion Post 3 Databases VS. Spreadsheets

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Discussion 3 – Databases vs Spreadsheets
If you are to consider the value of data for businesses then you will need to understand the important characteristics of Databases and how they differ from Spreadsheet applications.

Just as important as the value of your data is the efficiency and integrity kept in using that data. This Discussion topic will help you learn more about Databases and help you better prepare for developing a database design that allows for better management, retrieval and protection of the integrity of your data.

For this discussion:

Read Database vs Spreadsheets – Advantages and Disadvantages using the following link: https://365datascience.com/tutorials/sql-tutorials/database-vs-spreadsheet/

Watch YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4Xt0M1mHbc

Read more about Databases at: https://www.dataversity.net/understanding-key-value-databases/#

Summarize in 1-2 paragraphs of 3-5 sentences each what you learned in the reading and slide presentation.
In your summary:
Define Spreadsheets and Databases.
List the similarities and differences between the applications.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each application.
Explain why Databases and data management is important.
Cite sources using proper APA format.