Big data

Definition

Big data encompasses extremely large datasets that cannot be analyzed or processed effectively with traditional data processing tools. It is used to uncover patterns, trends, and associations, especially relating to human behavior and interactions.

Related terms

Data Analytics: The process of analyzing raw data to find trends and answer questions.

Predictive Analytics: The use of data, statistical algorithms, and machine learning techniques to identify the likelihood of future outcomes based on historical data.

Data Mining: The practice of examining large databases in order to generate new information or find hidden patterns within the data