Discriminate Between Data and Information

Meaning and definition of data and information

Datais the raw material for data processing. The data relate to facts, event and transactions. Data refers to unprocessed information. Informationis data that has been processed in such a way as to be meaningful to the person who receives it. It is anything that is communicated.

For example, researchers who conduct market research survey might ask a member of the public to complete questionnaires about a product or a service. These completed questionnaires are data; they are processed and analyze in order to prepare a report on the survey. This resulting report is informative.

Data Information

Originated at mid 17th century Originated in late middle time

Data are raw facts. Informationis...