What does "CAP theorem" stand for in the context of NoSQL databases?
- Centralized Architecture Paradigm
- Common Access Protocol theorem
- Concurrent Access Principle theorem
- Consistency, Availability, Partition Tolerance
CAP theorem states that in a distributed system, it's impossible to achieve all three of Consistency, Availability, and Partition Tolerance simultaneously. Understanding CAP helps in making informed decisions when designing and selecting NoSQL databases for specific use cases.
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