Transcription: What is a database? It is a collection of organized information that is stored in a logical way. Its purpose is to store related data and to retrieve selected organized information to aid in decision making. You will be using a relational database that stores data in records and fields. A record is a collection of fields, and a field is a single category of data, such as a telephone number. Why use a database? For several reasons, a database allows you to analyze and discover relationships about data. You can query the database, create reports, and perform mathematical operations on numeric da ...