Data
Many offices have data in
network database servers. The Applixware Data utility provides desktop
access to this data, allowing it to be integrated into other
Applixware applications. The interface looks like a spreadsheet, but
it is missing the automatic calculation and text formatting
capabilities of Applixware Spreadsheets. Instead,
it provides the ability to execute queries against the database,
allowing viewing and editing of that data without requiring custom
client software. The results of these queries can be exported as a
spreadsheet - among other formats - . The extension mechanisms of Applixware Office
can be used to provide custom functionality on double clicks in the
table. Data makes an excellent addition to the suite in any
environment that includes network database servers.
Mike W. Meyer
March, 2001