Sitecore 5 Default Database

Belows lists the default databases

scArchive

Contains archived objects. Sitecore can be configured to automatically remove objects from the Master database to the Archive database on a specific date. This removes old objects from the Master database but backs up a copy of the object. You can specify the archive date in the Content Editor » Tasks » Archive Date field.

scCore

Contains the Sitecore client.

scExtranet

Contains the extranet security settings.

scMaster

Contains the site under development.

scRecycleBin

Contains deleted objects. Items can be restored via the Sitecore » Administrator Tools » Recycle Bin application

scSecurity

Contains the client security settings.

scWeb

Contains the published web site.