Object-Oriented Databases (OODBs) are a type of database that store data in the form of objects, similar to how data is organized in programming languages like Java or C++. This approach allows for more complex data structures, enabling the representation of real-world entities and their relationships more naturally. OODBs support features like inheritance and encapsulation, making it easier to manage and manipulate data. Unlike traditional relational databases, which use tables and rows, OODBs allow for the storage of multimedia data, such as images and videos, alongside traditional data types. This flexibility makes them suitable for applications in fields like computer-aided design and multimedia systems, where complex data relationships are common.