What is a database?

A database is an organized collection of data. It is organized in such a way that the data can be easily managed and accessed.

Data can be organized in the form of tables, with rows and columns. Indices can be used to make the retrieval of data easier.

A database can store very large volumes of information, and it can store, retrieve, and manage the information efficiently.

SQL or Structured Query Language is used to operate on the data stored inside a database.