This document contains a selection of definitions, clarifications and other items mentioned in class. You can conclude that points listed below are considered important and may form the basis of questions asked during the midterm and final exam.
Flat files allow space efficient storage.
Commonly used in early computers. Used to transfer files between dissimilar systems. Need more space but allow more efficient retrieval. The dictionary defines a paragraph as a distinct section in a chapter, letter etc. usually dealing with a particular point. It is always begun on a new line and often indented.