Understanding Different Types of Entity Data

Hierarchical Data

Hierarchical data: In this type of data structure, the entities are organized in a hierarchical manner, with parent-child relationships. Example: A file system in an operating system where directories contain files.

Relational Data

Relational data: Relational data is organized into tables with rows and columns. The entities are related to each other through key attributes. Example: A database management system using SQL.

Network Data

Network data: Network data organizes entities in a network-like structure, where the entities can have multiple connections. Example: Graph databases that connect nodes through relationships.

Sequential Data

Sequential data: Sequential data represents a series of entities in a particular order. Example: A log file containing timestamped events.