What Is a Database? Modern Types, Examples, and Real‑World Uses (2025 Guide)
If you stripped every app down to its essentials—ridesharing, banking, TikTok, your smartwatch—you’d find the same beating heart: a database. It’s where your data lives, how your app stays fast, and why your business scales (or doesn’t). But what exactly is a database, and which type should you use in 2025? Let’s break it down…