Hive is a data warehousing solution built on top of the Apache Hadoop framework. It allows users to query and manage large datasets stored in Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS) using a SQL-like language called HiveQL. This makes it easier for those familiar with SQL to work with big data without needing to learn complex programming languages. Hive is designed for batch processing and is ideal for analyzing large volumes of data. It supports various data formats and can integrate with other tools in the Hadoop ecosystem, such as Apache Pig and Apache HBase, enhancing its functionality for data analysis and management.