Big data – Definition
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The term “big data” is defined, and the description with the three “Vs” is presented.
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Text
Last update:
2020-02-27
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This medium is made available under a CC BY-SA 4.0 international license.
What does this mean?
How to reference this medium
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Description:
The text distinguishes between big data and small data. It points out that big data means collecting, structuring, and analyzing data. Big data is often described using the terms volume, velocity, and variety. These terms are explained in the text in the context of big data.
Related media:
Big data – The three Vs (Image)
Learning resource type:
Information sheet
Subjects:
Information and Communication Technology (ICT); Technology
Grade levels:
Grade 7 to 9; Grade 10 to 13
School types:
Middle/high school; Vocational training
Keywords:
Computer technology; Data processing; Data protection; Information Technology; Internet; Society
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Siemens Stiftung Media Portal
Author:
irights-lab.de
Rights holder:
© Siemens Stiftung 2019