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ANALOG PACS: Software which gives the user the advantages of PACS systems while continuing to utilize analog film systems (X-Rays).  This includes Check-In, Check-Out, Film Logging including Name, Site, Side, Shielding, Doctor, Date, and X-Ray Tech.

DATABASE: a collection of interrelated structured, retrievable data stored on a computer in any medium.  Disk, floppy, tape, etc.

DATABASE MANAGEMENT: the task of storing data in a database and retrieving that information from that data.  This includes: 1) Entering the data  2) Modifying or Updating data  3) Reporting or Manipulating the Data to provide useful information

ODBC: Object Database Controls which are a part of the Windows Control Panel and operating system, which allow unlike databases to share data elements.

PACS: "Picture Archiving System" Used for electronic image storage of X-Ray or other images on computer.

SQL: "Structured Query Language"  is a High level Windows Database routinely used for large complex systems where stability and safety are essential.