Difference between revisions of "Data validation"

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Please note, that validated data can be still not true, it can still not reflect the facts. To be sure that the data represents the truth (the facts), the [[data verification]] must be performed.
 
Please note, that validated data can be still not true, it can still not reflect the facts. To be sure that the data represents the truth (the facts), the [[data verification]] must be performed.
  
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Revision as of 23:40, 23 September 2005

Data validation means ensuring the internal integrity of the data. For example, the date of operation can be not earlier than the date of birth. Therefore, the validation rules are the derived from the logical construction of the modeled reality.

Please note, that validated data can be still not true, it can still not reflect the facts. To be sure that the data represents the truth (the facts), the data verification must be performed.