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A graphical knowledge level approach for user-database interaction

K. P. Tan, H. C. Chan, K. L. Siau

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Abstract

The authors propose a novel user interface, the Graphical Knowledge Level interface, for user-database interaction. This interface addresses two of the current research problems: the semantic inadequacy of the relational model and the logical data dependence of the relational languages. The interface is more user-friendly than the SQL interface and the Universal Relation interface as it employs the graphical approach. The semantic inadequacy problem is alleviated by using an enhanced entity-relationship model. This data model includes abstraction concepts such as aggregation, generalization, and categorization. A formal, high-level Graphical Knowledge Level Query Language, GKQL, which provides for both logical and physical data independence has also been designed.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)453-458
JournalProceedings - IEEE Computer Society's International Computer Software & Applications Conference
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1990
Externally publishedYes
EventProceedings of the 14th Annual International Computer Software and Applications Conference - COMPSAC 90 - Chicago, IL, USA
Duration: 29 Oct 19902 Nov 1990

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