Apache HBase

Apache HBase is a distributed, NoSQL database designed to store and manage large amounts of structured data across many servers. It is modeled after Google's Bigtable and provides high availability and scalability, making it suitable for big data applications. HBase allows for real-time read and write access to data, which means applications can retrieve and update information quickly. It is commonly used in situations where traditional databases struggle, such as analyzing large datasets or enabling fast data retrieval in big data ecosystems, often used alongside Hadoop for comprehensive data processing.