It is extremely important to note two facts in connection with these words. Firstly, data in this form is plural in English. The singular one is datum, which was taken from Latin. Secondly, information is an uncountable noun, so the suffix –s can not be attached to the end of the word. In light if this fact, be careful with the verb agreement: use plural verb after information and data. If you want to use it in plural form, pieces of information. The first difference between the two is that data can be regarded as a building block, while information gives meaning and context. Data is row so it can not be shaped, processed or interpreted in itself. Once it is interpreted, it becomes information. Information is used as a basis for inference or reckoning. Second, data means actual information which are usually used for analysis or reasoning. Information is a collection of communicated facts or data.
