Hi Disen:
DA> So far, I know that they maintain different kinds of indexes.
If they are separate indices, you should have not trouble.
DA> Another question: regarding database files on a network. If a
DA> certain database file was created with Clipper 5.x and another
DA> FoxPro 2.x program is going to access this same database file,
DA> are there any special precautions to follow, or just the usual
DA> file and record-locking procedures? (Of course, indexes are
DA> maintained separately)
None, you should be OK. Clipper will give you a true compiled .EXE,
whereas FoxPro won't. Fox's indices are faster and serve larger files
much better. But Clipper has some neat things, too. I've enjoyed them
both. I think you will, too.
David in Dallas.
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