Object Oriented Database Systems: Concepts and Architecture

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1. In-depth tutorial on a key area of modern database technology.
2. Includes full chapter on security.
3. Provides strong emphasis on design of object-oriented database systems.
4. Includes case studies of current systems including GemStone, Iris (from Hewlett-Packard), ObjectStore, O2, ORION and Vbase.

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It is widely predicted that the next revolution in database technology will be fueled by the advent of object-oriented database systems. This text offers a clear introduction to the concepts and features of object-oriented database, illustrated with several examples of current commercial systems. It has a strong emphasis on design, contrasting the different data models and the various approaches to security. Students taking advanced courses on database systems will find this book appropriate, and it may be used as a supplementary text for introductory database courses.

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