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In the context of incremental data processing, explain the benefits of using the MERGE command over other SQL commands like INSERT OVERWRITE or CREATE OR REPLACE TABLE. Provide a detailed comparison highlighting the advantages of MERGE.
In the context of incremental data processing, explain the benefits of using the MERGE command over other SQL commands like INSERT OVERWRITE or CREATE OR REPLACE TABLE. Provide a detailed comparison highlighting the advantages of MERGE.
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Explanation:
The MERGE command offers the advantage of conditional operations, meaning it can update existing records and insert new ones based on specified conditions, without requiring a full table overwrite or recreation. This makes MERGE more efficient and suitable for maintaining data integrity in scenarios with frequent updates and inserts.