A database is designed to handle multiple concurrent users effectively, which is a key difference from a flat file system. Flat files are simple files that can become inefficient and prone to errors when multiple users try to access them at the same time. A database, on the other hand, is built to manage and allow concurrent access, ensuring data integrity and efficient processing.
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What does concurrent access mean in database systems?
How does a database maintain data integrity with multiple users?
What are the limitations of flat file systems compared to databases?