The entity-relationship approach to logical data base design (Data base management ; no. 6)

A valuable and effective communication tool, the entity-relationship approach is an easy-to-use and comprehensive method for logical database design independent of storage or efficiency considerations. A pioneer in entity-relationship modeling explains the use of entity-relationship diagrams and discusses rules and examples for translation into data structures. Covers hierarchical, relational and network databases. Features numerous examples and a case study.