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| access | a database management system |
| database | a collection of records and files organized for a particular purpose |
| field | a category of information stored in columns |
| form | a convenient way to enter or find information in tables |
| record | contains information about a given customer or product |
| Data Access Page (DAP) | allows you to create an interactive HTML page using information from Access |
| module | a program written in Visual Basic |
| database design | refers to the arrangement of data into tables & fields |
| descending order | displays data from Z-A or 100-1 |
| ascending order | displays data from A-Z or 1-100 |
| cell | the place where a column and row meet |
| validation rules | rules a user must follow when entering data |
| sorting | physically rearranging records in a table |
| combo box | a list box with drop down options |
| datasheet view | displays records in row & column format, similar to a table |
| form view | displays records in a layout that you can design |
| design view | lets you design and modify your database |
| menu bar | offers options to make using Access easy and efficient |
| Office Assistant | animated character you can use if you need help |
| table | stores information in records and fields |
| labels | the field names on a form |
| query | allows you to ask questions of your information |
| report | an organized presentation of your tables and queries |
| data type | determines what kind of info each field can contain |
