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3.1H Characteristics and uses of big data and data analytics

Big data is a term that describes large amounts of data that come in different types (greater variety), in huge quantities (increasing volumes), and at fast speeds (more velocity). These are known as the three "Vs." In simpler terms, big data means larger and more complicated data sets, especially from new sources. These data sets are so big that traditional software can't handle them. However, these huge amounts of...

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