OLAP
From Oracle FAQ
OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) is a type of system that allows workers to, quickly, and flexibly manipulate operational data using familiar business terms, in order to provide analytical insight.
The term OLAP (On-Line Analytical Processing) was first used by E.F. Codd in 1993. It refers to a type of application that allows a user to interactively analyze data. An OLAP system is often contrasted with an OLTP (On-Line Transaction Processing) system that focuses on processing orders, invoices or general ledger transactions. OLAP applications were previously called Decision Support Systems.
Note: Oracle likes using the term "Business Intelligence" instead of OLAP.
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Also see
- Oracle OLAP - Oracle's OLAP database option
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