Webinar: Introduction to SQL and Databases
For large datasets, e.g. millions of records, a dedicated database environment would be the storage medium of choice. A database environment is designed to store data efficiently while at the same time making the retrieval of the data you want very straight forward using simple to learn SQL queries. The often hidden advantage of a database system is that the actual database storage can be on a remote server whilst the query environment is on your desktop. The only data that takes up memory on your machine are the records returned by your queries.
This free webinar, organised by the UK Data Service, will explain various different database environments and storage regimes and show you how easy it can be to start retrieving data using standard SQL queries.