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Alfa Folder LockerADABAS is a powerful database management system (DBMS) from Software AG, designed to organize and access data efficiently. With ADABAS, data is organized through relationships between data fields, expressed via ADABAS files. These files contain data fields and logical records that enable smooth interaction and management of your database. ADABAS is also compatible with the high-level language NATURAL, which allows users to operate on data managed by the DBMS.
An ADABAS database is made up of ADABAS files, which store and organize data. Each database is identified by a unique numerical identifier (ranging from 1 to 255) and a database name that can be up to 16 characters. Within a single database, up to 255 ADABAS files can be included, providing flexibility in managing large volumes of data. The database’s structure includes essential system files such as Data Storage, Associator, and Work Storage, each playing a key role in managing and processing data efficiently.
When using the SAS/ACCESS interface to ADABAS, it is important to understand key components such as ADABAS files, NATURAL DDMs (Data Description Modules), and ADABAS descriptors. ADABAS descriptors serve as indexes for data fields, improving performance. Knowing how these components work together helps in minimizing processing time when creating SAS/ACCESS view descriptors, ensuring optimal data access and storage capabilities.