What type of database system is HBase?

HBase is an open-source, distributed, column-oriented database system that is part of the Apache Hadoop project. It is mainly used for storing and processing large-scale data, known for its high reliability, scalability, and performance. HBase utilizes a distributed storage and horizontally scalable architecture that supports petabytes of data storage and provides fast read and write access capabilities. It is commonly used in the big data field for data storage and analysis, including scenarios such as log analysis and real-time data processing.