Big Data

Big Data refers to extremely large amounts of data that cannot be easily managed, processed, or analyzed using traditional tools. It includes structured, unstructured, and semi-structured data collected from various sources like social media, sensors, and transactions.

Key Features of Big Data (3Vs):

• Volume: Huge amounts of data.
• Velocity: Data is generated very quickly.
• Variety: Data comes in different formats, such as text, images, and videos.

For example, analyzing millions of social media posts to understand trends is an application of Big Data.