与文件系统相比，使用数据库存储配置信息有哪些优缺点

Suppose you are tasked with writing a web application that must store configuration information in some format. What are the benefits and drawbacks for storing these configuration information in a relational database compared to storing the information in a file? Configuration options may include but not limited to data retention settings and settings for interfacing with external system (e.g. ip address, port, username, password).Suppose you are tasked with writing a web appli