Question

Why are I/O (input/output operations) important in database environment?

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Database environment is created by storing the data and other related components.The input-output action takes place in the database when the reading and writing of the record units of block is to be done to and from disk unit to memory storage.

The database engine is responsible for reading action of the record before entering it to the memory and then stores it. If the data record unit is to be exported to the disk then output action takes place .It also helps in performing indexing ,vacuuming, portioning etc the information Thus, I/O is important for database.