Object-Relational Database Management Systems

Object-Relational Database Management Systems (ORDBMS) combine features of traditional relational databases with object-oriented programming. They store data in tables like relational databases but also allow complex data types, such as images or multimedia, and support object-oriented concepts like inheritance and encapsulation. This makes them flexible for managing diverse, complex data while maintaining structure and query capabilities. ORDBMS are useful in applications requiring advanced data types and relationships, offering both the familiarity of SQL and the power of object-oriented design.