VirtualMV/Digital Learning Technologies/In Organisations/Data

Data
"Raw - unprocessed facts"

That which makes the computer useful to us as individuals,
 * Distinguishes our computer from others.
 * Is the prime reason WHY we have a computer.
 * Cannot be used to make a decision.

Data and the storage of is a fundamental component of an information system. The data storage may be manual or automated. Traditional file structures are rapidly being replaced by database management systems.

Data may be classified as; Input, Output, Processed and Stored

Information
Information is useful processed data


 * Data that has meaning
 * Knowledge derived from data
 * Data placed in context
 * Information is;
 * Pertinent
 * Timely
 * Accurate
 * Reduces uncertainty