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A security ____________________ is a weakness in a system component that could be exploited to allow unauthorized access or cause service disruptions.

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System support activities cover all tasks directly related to the day-to-day operations of a DBMS and its applications.

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____ management is designed to limit access to the database.

An access ____________________ describes the type of authorized access.

The allocation of storage resources is determined when the DBMS is created.

A(n) ____ plan is a set of instructions generated at application compilation time that predetermines how the application will access the database at run time.

The DBA must periodically generate a(n) ____________________ report to determine whether there have been actual or attempted security violations-and, if so, from what locations, and if possible, by whom.

The DBA's function includes educating the ____________________ in the services provided and how those services enhance data stewardship and data security.

____ are written instructions that describe a series of steps to be followed during the performance of a given activity.

When introducing a database into an organization, a(n) ____ impact is likely because the database approach creates a more controlled and structured information flow and thus affects people, functions, and interactions.

____ are general statements of direction or action that communicate and support DBA goals.

The maintenance activities of the DBA are an extension of the operational activities.

Describe the DBA's managerial role.

The most common backup medium has traditionally been ____________________.

____________________ focuses on maintaining the data free of inconsistencies and anomalies.

At the level of middle management, the database must be able to ____.

The introduction of a DBMS represents a big change and challenge, and is likely to have a profound impact throughout the organization.

____ security breaches include database access by computer viruses and by hackers whose actions are designed to destroy or alter data.

____________________ decisions are short term and affect only daily operations; for example, deciding to change the price of a product to clear it from inventory.

Procedures and standards must be revised at least ____ to keep them up-to-date.