Re: Database in depth, by C.J. Date

> or perhaps we can say that a sound description of the data model in
> mathematical terms is necessary BUT is not enough. For example if=3D20
> you don't know what you lose with 'denormalization' you could be in Dire=
=3D20
> Straits.

and then you'd have to do the walk of life or want your MTV.;-)

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