Abstract
This paper presents an in-depth discussion of current issues in database administration. In particular, the paper notes the importance of Database Management Systems (DBMS) and the role of the Database Administrator. The paper also discusses the challenges of database security, especially in light of breaches at the social network, Twitter. Additionally, the paper considers the areas of database backup and database recovery. According to the paper, each of these topic areas forms the foundation of a DBAs' many tasks in supporting an organization. The paper further notes the importance of databases in terms of managing strategic concerns relative to the value of data in an organization. Critical success factors essential for the development of effective database management systems including thorough systems analysis and design, the development of security and fault tolerance plans, and the development of change management programs are explored in detail. The paper concludes by addressing database recovery.

Outline:

Introduction
Database Management Systems
DBA Roles and Responsibilities
Database Design Considerations
Database Performance
Database Data Integrity and Availability
Database Security
Database Backup
Database Recovery

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"The evolution of databases from simple hierarchical structures to enterprise-wide DBMS platforms parallels their growth from being purely focused on IT tasks to being entirely focused on business and strategic processes and objectives. In order for this transition to occur, databases had to make the transition away from being purely hierarchical in design and adopt a more relational data structure that treated each data element as a logical, not necessarily, physical element of the database (Greene, 2008). In order for databases to become more aligned with the business needs of companies, the shift from hierarchical to relational and objective-based structures began decades ago and continues today. This allows for databases to be structured so they can also support logical table structures, records definitions and the defining of logical connections across multiple databases regardless of their location.
"Corresponding to the growth of relational databases is the increasing sophistication of data modeling (Geiger, 2009) and the continued growth of constraint-based modeling through constraint-based analysis and modeling..."

Tags:Database Management Systems, Database Administrator, database security, Twitter

Abstract
This paper discusses the importance of using a database for the efficient running of a modern hospital. The paper describes the uses of a database and what type of information it can store, from patient records to employee information. The paper describes the advantages of an enterprise Database Management System (DBMS) like the recommended MySQL Network that includes advanced customer support, reduces the paper trail and provides data driven applications. The paper includes some lists.

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"The database and database strategy are vital parts of any modern business. As you would expect in any business involving a large number of clients, computerized databases will play an important role in the data infrastructure. Customer records will be kept in a safe, fast and reliable database to maximize efficiency. This document will recommend a database plan for a hospital including potential uses, advantages and a recommended project plan to develop the database."

Tags:database, hospital, plan

Abstract
This paper examines the role of the database administrator, why they are necessary in organizations and how a database administrator differs from a knowledge manager. The paper examines the various jobs and functions of database management in large organizations.

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"Few companies today are able to exist without an information technology department. Whether a large multinational conglomerate or a small retail establishment nearly all companies rely on computers to some degree. Some companies are highly dependent on computer systems while others use them only for accounting and related tasks. Every organization even the smallest company has at least one person whose job entails making sure that the computer system is up and running or at least knowing who to call when the computer system goes ..."

Tags:database administrator, database administration, knowledge manager

Abstract
The paper states that organizations depend on distributed information systems for discharging routine business needs. The paper then discusses their susceptibility to security compromises increases, although they achieve output and competence. The paper states that methods like electronic signatures and encryptions are presently accessible for safeguarding data at the time of its transmission. The paper further stresses the importance that a practically broad strategy for data protection should cover methods for putting in place access control policies which are dependent on subject qualifications.

Outline:
Introduction
Most Relevant Concepts Underlying the Notion of Database Security
and the Well Known Techniques
Current Challenges for Database Security and Some Preliminary
approaches that Address Some of Chese Challenges
Access Control Systems, and Description of the Key Access Control
Models, Namely, the Discretionary and Mandatory Access Control
Models, and the Role-based Access Control (RBAC) Model
Additional Recommendations
Conclusion

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"Keeping a repository of centralized data is of utmost significance for the information management. Because of this, it is important to build a database concept which outlines the readiness needed for functioning of the database. It must always cover a database security concept that concentrates on the operation of the database. Improper safeguarding of data might compromise database confidentiality, its availability and integrity. In order to prevent this, it is very important to form a comprehensive 'database security' concept. For ensuring the security of a database, an appropriate database management system -- DBMS is required to be functional. For successful protection, the database management system must compulsory fulfill the necessities stated below.''

Tags:database, security, access, control, systems, strategy

Abstract
This document discusses the need for the AIG WarrantyGuard Company to implement a relational database solution in order to reduce human error and increase efficiencies. This solution will also simultaneously impact revenues in a positive manner because invoicing and billing processes will be maximized. Additionally, the paper discusses how customer service quality will also be positively impacted through the facilitation of e-billing strategies enabled through the implementation of a relational database application.

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"AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc. (AIGWG) is a watch warranty company that accepts, completes and submits watch warranty invoices for warranty work done on behalf of OEMs for their customers. These warranty forms are complicated, time-consuming to complete and often rejected on the basis of simple clerical errors. The entire invoicing and billing procedure consumes substantial resources in terms of human capital spent completing and processing them, submission, and re-processing them if they have been rejected. Additionally, operating revenue is frozen while these invoices for billing are in the approval and payment process which, due to these invoicing clerical type errors, freezes a substantial amount of revenue from application elsewhere."

Tags:relational, database, mysql

Abstract
This paper discusses the increasing need for easy to operate database management systems and reviews the products currently available in the market. The three main players in this field are IBM, MICROSOFT and ORACLE.

Tags:database, management, systems

Abstract
This paper considers major issues facing database administrators today, including privacy, networking, security, data storage, staff training and staff retention. It includes a technical description of these issues including firewalls protection, data warehousing, need for effective database administration, bounded and unbounded media.

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"It is difficult to imagine how most companies could operate without databases in today's business environment. Indeed most organizations whether private or public profit or non-profit depend on ..."

Tags:database administration, privacy, data storage, networking, security

Abstract
This paper thoroughly explains database normalization and views it as a series of steps designed to deal with ways in which tables can be more complicated than necessary. The paper contends that the purpose of normalization is to reduce the chances for anomalies to occur in a database.

From the Paper
"In 1970, Dr. E.F. Codd's seminal paper "A Relational Model for Large Shared Databanks" was published in Communications of the ACM. This paper introduced the topic of data normalization, so-named because, at the time, President Nixon was normalizing relations with China. (Date, 1990)"
At first glance, Database normalization seems fairly simple. It's a technique used to ensure that there is only one way to know a fact. This is done by removing all structures that prove more than one way to know the same fact as represented in a database relation table. So, the goal of database normalization is to control and eliminate redundancy. One of the more complicated topics in the area of database management is the process of normalizing the tables in a relational database."

Tags:database, normalization, anomalies, relational, model, computer, information, systems, technology, digital, information

Abstract
This paper discusses how companies using the Internet can gather and compare massive amounts of data on the consumer, and potentially allows for unethical use of such data. The paper further discusses how keeping this data in a database often serves the customer by allowing for processes such as giving discounts at the checkout stand, sending offers to interested customers and tailoring the product to the needs of the average consumer, the process also has the potential for abuse. This abuse includes invasion of privacy, selling data to other companies and keeping track of customer purchases for questionable reasons.

Tags:internet, database, ethics

Abstract
This paper provides a guide to setting up and implementing a web-based database for a corporate company.

Tags:web, database