# Information Schema

The `information_schema` is a standard-compliant database available in every MariaDB instance, providing metadata about all other databases, tables, columns, and server-level objects.

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[Information Schema Tables](/docs/server/reference/system-tables/information-schema/information-schema-tables.md)
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Provides a comprehensive list of all tables available within the `information_schema`, including their purpose and the metadata they provide.
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[TIME\_MS column in INFORMATION\_SCHEMA.PROCESSLIST](/docs/server/reference/system-tables/information-schema/time_ms-column-in-information_schemaprocesslist.md)
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Details the `TIME_MS` column in the `INFORMATION_SCHEMA.PROCESSLIST` table, which provides high-resolution timing for active server processes.
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