online transaction processing (OLTP)
Definition
Computer system where time-sensitive, transaction-related data is processed immediately and is always kept current. Used mainly in online banking, inventory control, manufacturing scheduling, and ticket reservations, OLTP must possess ACID qualities to maintain data integrity and to ensure that transactions are correctly executed.
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online transaction processing (OLTP) is in the Data Management, Communications, & Networks and E-Commerce subjects.
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