Data reliability refers to the ability of the
Data Replication is the process of storing data in
more than one site or node. It is useful in
improving the availability of data. It is simply
copying data from a database from one server to
another server so that all the users can share the
same data without any inconsistency.
GOAL
DATA REDUNDANCY
This redundancy ensures that if one server or
location fails, the data can still be accessed from
other replicas.
IMPROVED PERFORMANCE
It reduces the load on the primary server,
enabling it to focus on write operations, thus
improving overall system performance.
system to consistently and accurately deliver
correct data to users and applications, even
in the presence of failures or network
partitions, ensuring data integrity and
trustworthiness.
GOAL
CONSISTENT & ACCURATE
To ensure that all users and applications
retrieve up-to-date and correct information
from the Distributed Database Management
System, regardless of the location or replica
they access.
FAULT TOLERANCE & DATA INTEGRITY
Redundancy, data replication, and backup
strategies are commonly used to achieve this level
of reliability.
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 Snapshot Data Replication: Periodic creation

of exact copies (snapshots) of the entire  Data Redundancy: Creating duplicate
database at specific points in time. copies of data to ensure availability in
case of failures.
 Transactional Data Replication: Real-time or
near-real-time synchronization of individual  Error Detection and Correction:
transactions from the source to the target Implementing mechanisms to identify and
database. rectify data inconsistencies and errors.

 Merge Data Replication: Combining changes  Replication Consistency: Ensuring all

from multiple sources into a single unified replicas of data remain consistent by
database. applying updates uniformly.

 Bi-directional Data Replication: Two-way  Fault Tolerance: Maintaining data

synchronization of data between two integrity and availability even in the
databases, allowing updates in both presence of system failures or disruptions.
directions.
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ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

1. Reducing the risk of data unavailability due

to server or network failures.
1. Increased Complexity.
2. Data replication offloads read traffic from
the primary server, enabling it to focus on 2. Data Synchronization challenges.
write operations, further optimizing system
efficiency.
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ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

Overhead: Implementing data reliability

measures, such as data redundancy and error
1. Trustworthy Decision-Making.
detection, can consume additional storage
2. Enhanced Data Integrity.
and processing resources, leading to
increased costs and system complexity.
In conclusion, data replication and data
reliability are both essential elements in a
well-designed database management
system. Data replication enhances data
availability and performance, while data
reliability ensures the integrity and
trustworthiness of the data being
accessed and utilized by users and
applications. Together, these aspects
contribute to a robust, efficient, and
dependable database infrastructure that
supports critical business operations and
decision-making processes.