Installation Instructions

OPTION #1: INSTALLATION OF POSTGRESQL

There are two parts to this assignment:

• You will install the PostgreSQL database and load the Northwind database. (See the link at the bottom of the page to access the instructions.) Capture a screenshot of the Northwind database after installation, similar to the example in the installation instructions.
• Research SQL in data mining processes in the CSU-Global library. Write a brief paper explaining the role of SQL in data mining and statistical analysis.

Note: See link at the bottom of the page to access the instructions.

Assignment Deliverables:

• Northwind database screenshot
• A paper on the role of SQL in data mining and statistical analysis

Your paper must meet the following requirements:

• Include a screenshot of the SQL installation.
• Be 2-3 pages in length, not including the cover and references pages.
• Your paper should include an introduction, a body with at least two fully developed paragraphs, and a conclusion.
• Be clearly and well written using excellent grammar and style techniques. Be concise and logical. You are being graded, in part, on the quality of your writing.
• Be supported with at least two peer-reviewed, scholarly references.

You will have the opportunity to install the ETL tool as Option 2 for the Critical Thinking Assignment in Week 3.