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Old 06-22-06, 09:29
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Question The difference between frontend and backend database

Hi People,
Could someone simplify for me the difference between frontend and backend database. I look forward to hearing from any database expert.

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Old 06-22-06, 09:52
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frontend database is like microsoft access, it sits on your own computer

backend database is on a remote server
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Old 06-22-06, 09:54
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Thank alot for that info.
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