What is double entry bookeeping system?

The double-entry bookkeeping system is a system utilized in which any recorded transaction will affect a minimum of two accounts. Some of those accounts will be increased or decreased by a "debit," while other accounts will increase or decrease by a "credit." In any transaction, the total amount debited has to equal the amount credited. This system makes it easier to detect potential errors (e.g., if debits do not equal credits, an error was made).