Encyclopedia of Database Systems

This multi-volume reference work serves as a gateway to information on all aspects of very large databases. Over 1,400 alphabetically organized entries offer convenient access to basic terminology, concepts, methods, and algorithms. Definitions, key words, illustrations, applications, and a bibliography are provided for each entry. Cross-references throughout the encyclopedia enable readers to quickly jump to related materials. Topics were selected by a distinguished international advisory board and written by world class experts in the field. Co-editor Tamer Ozsu is a world renowned leader in the field. The Encyclopedia of Database Systems meets the needs of researchers, professors, and students in computer science and engineering.