ALSO CALLED: Database Engineers and Database Analysts DEFINITION: (DBA is also an abbreviation for doing business as - a term sometimes used in business and legal writing. dBA is an abbreviation for A-weighted decibels.)
A database administrator (DBA) directs or performs all activities related to maintaining a successful
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Managing multiple applications and databases stretch DBAs since their skill sets and knowledge are not always easily transferable from one application or database to another.
DATABASE MANAGERS DEFINITION (continued):database environment. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining the database system; establishing policies and procedures pertaining to the management, security, maintenance, and use of the database management system; and training employees in database management and use. A DBA is expected to stay abreast of emerging technologies and new design approaches. Typically, a DBA has either a degree in Computer Science and some on-the-job training with Database Managers definition sponsored by SearchSQLServer.com, powered by WhatIs.com an online computer dictionary
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