Re: Best way to distribute an Access Database

Thanks Douglas and Alton.



"Douglas J. Steele" wrote:

> That the normal approach taken.
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> "jptpjs" <jptpjs@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> > Thanks,
> >
> > Would it make sense to create an MDE file for the front end?
> > Then if changes are required, I could distribute just the front end MDE
> > file.
> > Of course there will always be something changing in the tables too.
> > Basically looking to secure a work in progress and be able to modify a
> > customer's
> > program to suit.
> >
> >
> > "Alton" wrote:
> >
> >> I think that you should look at spliting the database into a front-end,
> >> back-end setup. This will allow you to make changes to the forms,
> >> queiries,
> >> macros and modules without having to disturb the backend or their daily
> >> operations. The book Real World Microsoft Access Database Protection and
> >> Security by Gary Robinson has been helpful for me. (ISBN: 1-59059-126-7)
> >> Hope this helps.
> >>
> >> "jptpjs" wrote:
> >>
> >> > I have created an Electronic Medical Program in Access.
> >> > I would like to distribute this program (sell), but I need it secure
> >> > with
> >> > the ability to
> >> > make changes or updates in the future. I read about MDE files which are
> >> > great but can these be updated or modified for the customer later?
> >> > I know I will probably need to include access runtime files and other
> >> > requirements.
> >> > This is my first shot at this kind of project.
> >> > Any help in the right direction will be appreciated.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks
> >> >
> >> >
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