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Question:  What is OLAP?

Answer:
Answer posted by Vikas R on 2005-05-22 02:57:09: OLAP stands for Online Analytical Processing. It is used for Anaytical reporting


March 03, 2005 07:29:25 #1
 John   Member Since: Visitor    Total Comments: N/A 

RE: What is OLAP?
 
A tool to evaluate and analyze the data in the data warehouse using analytical queries.  
 
A tool which helps organize data in the data warehouse using multidimensional models of data aggregation and summarization.  
 
Supports the data analyst in real time and enables online analysis of data with speed and flexibility.
     

 

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