This document provides an overview of databases and the features of Microsoft Access. It defines what a database is as an organized collection of related information. It then lists common uses of databases by schools, doctors, libraries, shops, police, and coaches to keep records. The document proceeds to describe key Microsoft Access features like fields, records, filters, sorting, and views. It provides examples of how databases are used and guidance on using Access to create, design, enter data into, and generate reports from a database.