Introduction To big data
Introduction to Big Data: Understanding the Power of Data in the Digital Age In today’s digital world, data is generated from every click, swipe, purchase, and interaction. From smartphones to smart cities, data is at the heart of innovation. But not all data can be handled using traditional tools. That’s where Big Data comes in. What is Big Data? Big Data refers to large, complex sets of data that are difficult to manage, process, and analyze using traditional database systems. This data can come from multiple sources—social media platforms, sensors, mobile apps, business transactions, and more—and it continues to grow rapidly. Big Data includes not just structured data (like rows and columns in a database), but also semi-structured and unstructured data such as text, images, videos, and log files. Key Characteristics of Big Data (The 5 Vs) Volume : The amount of data being generated is massive. Velocity : Data is ...