Re: [ontolog-forum] [External] knowledge base and DBs

["Rich Cooper" <rich@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

In theory, inference rules can be stored and indexed in database rows, and referenced as foreign keys of various tables.  The symbols in each cell only have meaning in the observer’s mind.  So I agree that both are simply stored data. 

 

The difference is in the way “knowledge” is interpreted by said “typical or modal” observer, as compared to how said observer interprets “data”, and perhaps to how said observer writes programs that use or produce said data.  That observing process results in diverse views and diverse actions under diverse interpretations. 

 

So in a clear way, there is no difference in principle between knowledge and data.  It depends on your specific observations and interpretation, many of which you absorb from those you consult. 

 

-Rich

 

Sincerely,

Rich Cooper

EnglishLogicKernel.com

Rich AT EnglishLogicKernel DOT com

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From: ontolog-forum-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:ontolog-forum-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Burkett, William [USA]
Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2015 9:24 AM
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Subject: Re: [ontolog-forum] [External] knowledge base and DBs

 

It surprises me not-at-all that a simple question can generate so much discussion.   Here is Yet Another Point of View (YAPOV):

 

> Hi all, I am having some troubles explaining the difference between a DB and a knowledge base, can someone let me know the difference? 

There is no fundamental difference.  They are both data stores/repositories that are designed for difference purposes, to meet different needs.

 

Objectively, there is a marked difference in which the bit-patterns (data) are structured to record information.  This structuring is done to facilitate certain kinds of computational processes, e.g., transaction processing versus inferencing/reasoning.

 

There is nothing “special” about knowledgebases vis-à-vis databases.  Typically, the term “knowledgebase” refers to a data store that is used for, or intended to be used for, reasoning or analytics.

 

Bill

 

 

 

From: ontolog-forum-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:ontolog-forum-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Alexander Garcia Castro
Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2015 9:33 AM
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Subject: [External] [ontolog-forum] knowledge base and DBs

 

Hi all, I am having some troubles explaining the difference between a DB and a knowledge base, can someone let me know the difference? 

 

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