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What is JDBC? Explain different JDBC drivers.

 JDBC (Java Database Connectivity) is a standard API in Java that provides a way to access and manipulate relational databases using the Java programming language. With JDBC, you can connect to a database, execute SQL queries and updates, and retrieve and process the results. There are four different types of JDBC drivers: JDBC-ODBC Bridge Driver: This driver uses the ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) API to access the database. It requires a native library to be installed on the system and is only suitable for Windows-based systems. Native API Driver: This driver uses the database's native API to access the database. It requires a native library to be installed on the system and is specific to the database being used. Network Protocol Driver: This driver uses a middleware layer to communicate with the database over a network. It is suitable for accessing databases across different platforms and can be used for any database that provides a network protocol. Thin Driver: This driver...