This document presents information about big data and Hadoop. It defines big data as data that exceeds storage and processing capabilities, and notes sources like social media and online shopping. It then discusses Hadoop, including that it is an open source framework for storing and processing large datasets across clusters of computers. Example applications of Hadoop mentioned are advertisement, searches, and security. Pros listed include analyzing big data cost effectively and at scale, while cons include not being suited for small data and requiring a high learning curve.