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Query language
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TL;DR. A specialized computer language designed to retrieve information from databases or information systems.
Technical Definition
A specialized computer language designed to retrieve information from databases or information systems.
How it works
A query language is used to communicate with and retrieve data from databases or information systems. These languages allow users to specify what information they are looking for, often using structured commands. Examples include SQL for relational databases and specialized languages used in information retrieval systems.