What is a Data Lake?
A data lakeA data lake is a storage system that holds raw, unstructured... More is a storage system that holds raw, unstructured, and structured data at scale.
How it works
Data is stored in its original format and processed when needed.
Example
Storing logs, images, and transaction data in one centralized system.
Why it matters
- Supports big dataBig data refers to extremely large and complex datasets that... More analytics
- Enables flexibility
- Stores large volumes of data
Related Terms
Data WarehouseA data warehouse is a centralized system used to store struc... More, Big DataBig data refers to extremely large and complex datasets that... More, Data PipelineA data pipeline is a system that collects, processes, and mo... More, Analytics