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Normalization
From Oracle FAQ
Normalization is a series of steps followed to obtain a database design that allows for efficient access and
storage of data. These steps reduce data redundancy and the chances of data becoming inconsistent.
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Also see
Denormalize - the reverse process
Examples in an article by Barry Wise: http://www.barrywise.com/2008/01/database-normalization-anddesign-techniques/
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