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new2this
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Posted - 2009-01-13 : 14:05:48
When choosing a data source, what is the difference between Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft SQL Server Database File?

tkizer
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Posted - 2009-01-13 : 14:06:48
Where are you seeing this? What program are you using?

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new2this
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Posted - 2009-01-13 : 15:09:40
I am using Visual Studios. If I'm using the Data Source Config Wizard. I first choose where will the application get data from. I choose "Database". Now I'm asked to choose or create a connection. I choose "New Connection". Now I'm given a list of data sources to choose from. My question is what is the difference between "Microsoft SQL Server" and "Microsoft SQL Server Database File"?
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tkizer
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Posted - 2009-01-13 : 15:24:10
I believe the second one has to do with SQL Express.

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