What is Big Data? (en)
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Big Data is a term that refers to extremely large and complex datasets obtained from various sources, including business transactions, social data, census data, medical data, scientific data, and more. The key characteristics of big data are volume, velocity, and variety.
- Volume refers to the vast amount of data generated at all times.
- Velocity refers to the speed at which data is created and updated, as well as the ability to process data in real time.
- Variety refers to the different sources and types of data that can be collected.
Big data typically requires specialized technologies and techniques for processing, analyzing, and interpreting data, including machine learning, data mining, and statistical analysis. The goal of big data analysis is to extract valuable insights and information, such as trends and patterns that are useful for business, scientific, or social decision-making.