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In this article the relevant database technologies used for environmental databases and information systems are described. First, the basic terminology is introduced and the data management requirements for environmental information processing are discussed. Although relational database technology is widely used for such projects, it shows several shortcomings for an adequate management of environmental data. New technologies are evolving, such as object-oriented database systems, information retrieval methods using vague queries on imprecise data, and distributed database systems. These technologies are a promising basis for improved environmental data management. Finally, the importance of meta-information systems in accessing the manifold and comprehensive environmental data sources is stressed.
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Page, B. (1995). Database Technologies for Environmental Data Management. In: Avouris, N.M., Page, B. (eds) Environmental Informatics. EUROCOURSES, vol 6. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-1443-3_3
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