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Disadvantages of File Processing System ?


Shivani Jain 23rd May, 2021
Answer (1)
Aadarsh Gupta 23rd May, 2021

Hello aspirant,

Hope you are doing well

As every term has advantages as well as disadvantages, File processing system has also some disadvantages, which I am describing you in detail.

Disadvantages of File Processing System

1. Data Redundancy and Inconsistency - Identical data are distributed over various file system .This is because of the redundancy inconsistency may occur on updating .


2. Data Isolation - Data is stored in various files which may be in different formats . It is difficult to share data among different applications .


3.Integrity Problem - The data stored in the database once satisfy certain type of consistency constants.


4. Security - Application programs are added to the system . It is difficult to maintain security.


5. Concurrent Access Problem - Data may be accessed by many different applications which have not previously coordinated .

Hope this helps you

Feel free to ask any questions

All the best for your future

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