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ASPSQLVB
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 Posted - 2006-10-20 : 22:39:05
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| Hey Gang, I was wondering if there was an alternative to using SQL SERVER and not having to spend all that money on a license? |
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Michael Valentine Jones
Yak DBA Kernel (pronounced Colonel)
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Posted - 2006-10-20 : 23:09:50
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| Don't use it.CODO ERGO SUM |
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robvolk
Most Valuable Yak
15732 Posts |
Posted - 2006-10-20 : 23:13:13
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| SQL Express, it's free. There are limits on what it can do compared to SQL Server, but for small things it may suffice. |
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ASPSQLVB
Starting Member
46 Posts |
Posted - 2006-10-20 : 23:21:43
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| Hey Rob, Can SQL Express be used on 10+ pc's, host a database that will handle at least 4 plus clients simultaneously running action queries, and does it provide design capability? |
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robvolk
Most Valuable Yak
15732 Posts |
Posted - 2006-10-20 : 23:26:13
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| Technically, I don't think so, you should peruse this:http://www.microsoft.com/sql/prodinfo/features/compare-features.mspxYou also can try the Workgroup edition, it costs money, but less than the other editions that do.And if you're trying to run a business, you need to spend money to support it. If that's not an option then SQL Server in whatever form is not the database product for you. |
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ASPSQLVB
Starting Member
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Posted - 2006-10-20 : 23:35:21
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| Excellent link Rob.....that helps tremendously. |
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