Lesson 3

Characteristics
of Big Data
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Characteristics of Big Data

1. Volume
2. Velocity
3. Variety
4. Veracity
Volume Slide 1 of 4

Volume
Volume in Big Data refers to the sheer
amount or size of data that is generated,
collected, and processed. It is a key
characteristic of Big Data, often involving
data sets that are too large to be managed
and analyzed using traditional data
processing methods.
Volume Slide 2 of 4

Volume
Volume in Big Data is like the vastness of an
ocean. It represents the enormous quantities of
data that organizations encounter daily. This data
can range from millions to even billions of
records, documents, or data points. Think of it as
trying to fill an entire library with books in a
single day—it's an immense quantity that
requires special tools and techniques to handle.
Volume Slide 3 of 4

Volume
This characteristic challenges traditional data
storage and processing systems because they can
become overwhelmed by the sheer volume. In
Big Data scenarios, data is generated at an
unprecedented scale, and managing, storing, and
extracting meaningful insights from this massive
amount of information is a core focus of Big
Data analytics. It's about dealing with data on a
grand scale that was previously unimaginable.
Volume Slide 4 of 4

Volume
Real Life Example for IT Students:

The organization generates a massive volume of

log data daily, recording every user login,
network activity, and system event. The volume
is so immense that traditional security systems
struggle to store and analyze it efficiently.
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Characteristics of Big Data

1. Volume
2. Velocity
3. Variety
4. Veracity
Velocity Slide 1 of 4

Velocity
Velocity in Big Data refers to the speed
at which data is generated, collected,
and needs to be processed and analyzed.
It is one of the key characteristics of Big
Data, emphasizing the real-time or near-
real-time nature of data streams.
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Velocity
Velocity in Big Data is all about speed. It's like a
fast-flowing river of data that never stops. In Big
Data scenarios, information is generated and
updated rapidly. For example, social media
platforms receive constant updates, financial
markets change in milliseconds, and sensors in
smart devices provide data in real-time.
Velocity Slide 3 of 4

Velocity
This rapid pace presents a unique challenge. Data
must be processed and analyzed swiftly to extract
insights or respond to events as they happen. It's
akin to trying to catch and interpret information as
it flows past you like a river, making timely
decisions and taking immediate actions. Velocity
highlights the need for specialized tools and
systems that can keep up with the speed of data in
the Big Data landscape.
Velocity Slide 4 of 4

Velocity
Real-Life Example for IT Students:

Security incidents can happen in real-time, such as

a sudden surge in network traffic or suspicious
login attempts. As an IT professional, you need to
detect and respond to these threats swiftly, often in
a matter of seconds or minutes.
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Characteristics of Big Data

1. Volume
2. Velocity
3. Variety
4. Veracity
Variety Slide 1 of 4

Variety
Variety in Big Data refers to the
diverse types and formats of data
that are part of the Big Data
landscape. It encompasses
structured, unstructured, and semi-
structured data.
Variety Slide 2 of 4

Variety
Variety in Big Data is like a mixed bag of
data types. It includes all sorts of
information, such as neatly organized
tables of numbers (structured data), text
documents, images, videos, social media
posts, and more (unstructured data).
There's also a middle ground—semi-
structured data—that doesn't fit neatly into
rows and columns but still has some
organization.
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Variety
This diversity of data types can be a bit like managing a library
where you have books, magazines, handwritten notes, and
digital files all thrown together. Each type of data requires
unique approaches for storage and analysis. Variety is one of
the reasons why traditional data processing methods struggle
with Big Data; they are designed for structured data and may
struggle to make sense of the unstructured and semi-structured
data that's so prevalent in the Big Data world.

In Big Data analytics, handling this variety effectively often

involves using specialized tools and techniques that can work
with different data formats, ensuring that valuable insights can
be extracted from all types of data.
Variety Slide 4 of 4

Variety
Real-Life Example for IT Students:

The data you're dealing with includes structured

logs, unstructured text data from incident reports,
and semi-structured data from network packet
captures. These diverse data types must be
analyzed to identify potential security breaches or
anomalies.
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Characteristics of Big Data

1. Volume
2. Velocity
3. Variety
4. Veracity
Variety Slide 1 of 5

Veracity
Veracity in Big Data refers to the
reliability and trustworthiness of
data. It concerns the accuracy,
consistency, and quality of the data,
considering the potential for
inaccuracies, errors, and
inconsistencies in large and diverse
datasets.
Variety Slide 2 of 5

Veracity
Veracity in Big Data is all about data
quality and trustworthiness. Imagine
you have a collection of gems, but
not all of them are genuine; some
might be fake. Veracity is like
ensuring that you have a collection
of genuine gems rather than
counterfeit ones.
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Veracity
In the world of Big Data, data comes
from various sources and in various
formats. It can be messy, with errors,
duplicates, and inconsistencies.
Ensuring the veracity of data means
putting in place processes and tools to
validate, clean, and verify the data to
ensure it's accurate and reliable.
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Veracity
Veracity is crucial because inaccurate data can
lead to incorrect insights and decisions. In
fields like finance, healthcare, and
cybersecurity, where precise information is
vital, ensuring data veracity is of utmost
importance. It's about making sure that the data
you're working with is trustworthy and
dependable, like using a reliable map to
navigate rather than one with errors and
inaccuracies.
Variety Slide 5 of 5

Veracity
Real-Life Example for Future IT Students

Ensuring the veracity of data is critical in

cybersecurity. In the real world, data isn't
always perfect. Transactions may have minor
errors or inconsistencies due to various factors,
such as technical glitches, human errors, or
even deliberate attempts to manipulate data.
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Domain Specific
Examples of Big Data
Domain Specific Examples of Big Data
Web Financial Healthcare
1. Search Engines 1. Fraud Detection 1. Patient Care Optimization
2. E-commerce 2. Algorithmic Trading 2. Drug Discovery
Personalization 3. Risk Assessment 3. Healthcare Fraud
3. Social Media 4. Credit Scoring Detection
Analytics 4. Epidemiology and
4. Content Disease Surveillance
Recommendation
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Exercise
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1. A retail company experiences a sudden surge in online

orders during a holiday sale, resulting in a high volume of
transaction data. Which characteristic of Big Data does this
situation primarily represent?

A) Velocity C) Veracity

B) Variety D) Volume
2. A social media platform analyzes a vast stream of user-
generated content, including text, images, videos, and live
updates. What characteristic of Big Data is evident in this
scenario?

A) Velocity C) Veracity

B) Variety D) Volume
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3. A healthcare research team is concerned about the

accuracy and consistency of patient data across various
medical records systems. What aspect of Big Data is their
main focus?

A) Velocity C) Veracity

B) Variety D) Volume
4. A financial institution processes real-time stock market
data, analyzing price fluctuations and trading patterns to
inform investment decisions. Which characteristic of Big
Data is central to this financial analysis?

A) Velocity C) Veracity

B) Variety D) Volume
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Quiz
 Instruction:
Identify the given question as
either volume, velocity, variety,
or verocity.
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1. In a cybersecurity operation, the team

must analyze a massive stream of network
traffic data in real-time to detect potential
threats. What characteristic of Big Data is
most relevant in this scenario?
 2. A research institute is analyzing a mix
of structured data from clinical trials,
unstructured data from medical records,
and semi-structured data from genetic
databases to find potential treatments for a
rare disease. Which characteristic of Big
Data is evident here?
3. A hospital collects and analyzes a wide
range of healthcare data, including patient
records, diagnostic images, and sensor
data from medical devices. What
characteristic of Big Data is evident in this
healthcare setting?
4. An e-commerce platform processes an
enormous amount of customer order data
during a major sale event, exceeding its
database capacity. What aspect of Big
Data does this situation highlight?
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5. A social media platform analyzes user

behavior data in real-time to personalize
content recommendations and target
advertisements effectively. What
characteristic of Big Data is central to this
process?
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6. A financial institution handles millions

of transactions daily and needs to ensure
that all data is accurate and reliable to
prevent financial fraud. Which
characteristic of Big Data is a top priority?
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7. A cybersecurity team is concerned

about the accuracy and reliability of log
data, as errors and inconsistencies may
lead to false alarms. What aspect of Big
Data is a key consideration?
 8. An online gaming company processes
data on player actions, game performance,
and in-game purchases in real-time to
enhance the gaming experience. What
characteristic of Big Data is relevant here?
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9. An agricultural organization gathers

data from soil sensors, weather stations,
and crop yield reports to optimize farming
practices. Which characteristic of Big
Data is involved in this precision
agriculture scenario?
 10. A financial institution aims to assess
the creditworthiness of loan applicants by
considering a broad range of data sources,
including social media activity and online
shopping history. What aspect of Big Data
is highlighted in their approach?
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Answers
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1. In a cybersecurity operation, the team

must analyze a massive stream of network
traffic data in real-time to detect potential
threats. What characteristic of Big Data is
most relevant in this scenario?
Velocity
 2. A research institute is analyzing a mix
of structured data from clinical trials,
unstructured data from medical records,
and semi-structured data from genetic
databases to find potential treatments for a
rare disease. Which characteristic of Big
Data is evident here?
Variety
3. A hospital collects and analyzes a wide
range of healthcare data, including patient
records, diagnostic images, and sensor
data from medical devices. What
characteristic of Big Data is evident in this
healthcare setting?
Variety
4. An e-commerce platform processes an
enormous amount of customer order data
during a major sale event, exceeding its
database capacity. What aspect of Big
Data does this situation highlight?
Volume
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5. A social media platform analyzes user

behavior data in real-time to personalize
content recommendations and target
advertisements effectively. What
characteristic of Big Data is central to this
process?
Velocity
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6. A financial institution handles millions

of transactions daily and needs to ensure
that all data is accurate and reliable to
prevent financial fraud. Which
characteristic of Big Data is a top priority?
Veracity
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7. A cybersecurity team is concerned

about the accuracy and reliability of log
data, as errors and inconsistencies may
lead to false alarms. What aspect of Big
Data is a key consideration?
Veracity
 8. An online gaming company processes
data on player actions, game performance,
and in-game purchases in real-time to
enhance the gaming experience. What
characteristic of Big Data is relevant here?
Velocity
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9. An agricultural organization gathers

data from soil sensors, weather stations,
and crop yield reports to optimize farming
practices. Which characteristic of Big
Data is involved in this precision
agriculture scenario?
Variety
 10. A financial institution aims to assess
the creditworthiness of loan applicants by
considering a broad range of data sources,
including social media activity and online
shopping history. What aspect of Big Data
is highlighted in their approach?
Variety
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