Key Differences Between RDBMS and NoSQL DBMS

Relational Database Management System (RDBMS)

• Stores data in structured format in tables with rows and columns
• Uses SQL (Structured Query Language) for querying and managing data
• Ensures ACID properties (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability)
• Scalability and performance may be limited in large distributed systems
• Best suited for complex queries and structured data

NoSQL Database Management System (DBMS)

• Stores data in non-structured or semi-structured format like JSON, key-value pairs, etc.
• Supports flexible schema and can handle unstructured data efficiently
• May not ensure full ACID properties but provides eventual consistency
• Designed for horizontal scalability and high performance in distributed systems
• Well-suited for handling large volumes of data and real-time applications

These key differences highlight the distinct characteristics and use cases of RDBMS and NoSQL DBMS, allowing you to choose the right database management system based on your specific requirements.