Data Base Administrator


 
 
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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator (DBA) is an individual or person responsible for controlling, maintaining, coordinating, and operating a database management system. Managing, securing, and taking care of the database systems is a prime responsibility. They are responsible and in charge of authorizing access to the database, coordinating, capacity, planning, installation, and monitoring uses, and acquiring and gathering software and hardware resources as and when needed. Their role also varies from configuration, database design, migration, security, troubleshooting, backup, and data recovery. Database administration is a major and key function in any firm or organization that is relying on one or more databases. They are overall commanders of the Database system.

Various responsibilities of Database Administrator (DBA) :

  • Responsible for designing overall database schema (tables & fields).
  • To select and install database software and hardware.
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    Question : 1

    DBA is Responsible for designing overall______________

    Right Option : C
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    Question : 2

    Which of the following is/are not a responsibility of DBA?

    (i) Responsible for designing overall database schema (tables & fields).

    (ii) To select and install database software and hardware.

    (iii) Responsible for deciding on access methods and data storage.

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 3

    The most common types of DBAs include ________________

    Right Option : D
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