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SQL

SQL

SQL

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Also known as: Structured Query Language

Last updated May 9, 2026

Definition

SQL (Structured Query Language) is the standard language for querying and managing relational databases — selecting, inserting, updating, and deleting data.

Real-World Example

SELECT title FROM terms WHERE category = 'cybersecurity'; returns cybersecurity glossary entries.

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