Is a database basically a gathering of information? I gathered mine from the internet, but I don't whether it is considered plagiarism or not. Is it?
Here's a clear explanation of plagiarism. It doesn't make any difference whether the source is on the internet or not.
http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/plagiarism/
If you are copying ideas, sentences, paragraphs, etc., directly from any source besides your own brain, it'll be plagiarism if you DON'T cite where you got the information from.
Do you need directions for reference and citation?
I agree, it is a peculiar question.
A database is a collection if information, which can be later manipulated and retrieved. Gathering is only the first part.
Now the "I gathered mine from the internet, but ..."
I have no idea what you mean, but I suggest you read the definition of Plagiarism. Google that word.
Yes, I do.
http://citationmachine.net/index2.php
Choose the guidelines you're assigned to use (at the left), and fill in author, title, etc.
Yes, a database is essentially a structured collection of information. It can be an organized repository of various types of data such as text, numbers, images, or multimedia. The data is typically stored and accessed using specialized software called a database management system (DBMS).
Regarding your specific situation, if you gathered information from the internet and stored it in your own personal database, it's important to understand the concept of plagiarism. Plagiarism refers to using someone else's work, ideas, or information without giving them proper credit. It includes copying content verbatim without attribution or presenting someone else's work as your own.
Whether or not gathering information from the internet and storing it in your personal database is considered plagiarism depends on how you use that information. If you are simply collecting it for personal reference or study purposes without sharing it or presenting it as your own work or idea, it is unlikely to be considered plagiarism.
However, if you plan to use the information from your database in a public context, such as in a research paper, blog post, or any other form of publication, you need to make sure you attribute the sources properly. This means providing proper citations or references to acknowledge the original authors or sources of the information. By doing this, you give credit to the creators of the content and avoid plagiarism.
It is always good practice to be mindful of intellectual property rights, respect copyright laws, and follow ethical guidelines when using and sharing information obtained from the internet or any other sources.