Data Processing
Data Processing(DP) is specified as the conversion of raw data( or unprocessed data) into a meaningful result(processed knowledge) known as information. In order to produce the meaningful information(output) the data(input) must be collected and organized and some operation or processing must be applied on it. Generally, a DP is combination of machine, people and process that for set of inputs produces a defined set of output , which is also is called DP-System. This System involves the functions- conversion, validation, sorting, aggregation,analysis and reporting. Depending on the methods and technology DP can be categorized into 3 type or levels: Manual DP Machine DP Electronic DP