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   :author: Noha
   :satisfies: Introduction To SQL
   :topic: Introduction To SQL

Introduction To SQL
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SQL Definition:
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SQL stands for structured query language, is a standard language, that is used to store, manipulate and retrieve data in relational databases.


SQL Functions
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1- Accessing and manipulating databases.

2- Create relational databases.

3- Insert (Store) records in a database.

4- Select (retrieve) data from a database.

5- Update database records in database tables.

6- Delete unwanted records from database.