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Server Connection Software

The software you use to connect your client workstations with your server depends on the type of DBMS you are using and your personal preference. The following lists some commonly used DBMS client software connection packages:

DBMS

Suggested Software

Microsoft SQL Server
or Sybase

Microsoft SQL Server client installation, Open Client/C Developer's Kit for PC Windows and Net-Library for PC Windows, CT-LIB, or equivalent software

Oracle

Oracle “Required Files,” SQL*Net, and TCP/IP or equivalent communication software

Note: For more information about memory and disk space requirements, see your DBMS documentation.