What is the maximum storage assigned to a user/database called?

The maximum storage assigned to a user or database in Teradata is known as Permanent Space. This term refers to the persistent storage area allocated to hold user data, which remains intact even after the user session ends or during database reboots.

Permanent Space is crucial for data retention, as it is the area where tables and other database objects are physically stored. The concept highlights that this allocated storage is always available for users to store data, making it a vital component of the database's storage architecture.

In contrast, other types of space, like Temporary Space, refer to storage that is used only during a session and is cleared out when the session ends, while Allocated Space might refer to the total space reserved regardless of whether it's used or not. Reserved Space typically relates to space set aside for future use, rather than space actively used for data storage. Understanding this distinction is important in effectively managing data and resources within Teradata.