Only a limited number of users can access certain parts of R:BASE at the same time. Be sure that all network users are aware of the limitations and plan ahead to avoid conflicts in accessing database and application files. An administrator user should operate in single-user mode when performing any operation that modifies the structure of the database or using the PACK command.
The limitations to access for users are listed in the following table:
R:BASE Commands |
Operating System Files Used |
Access Limitations |
From ASCII to converted binary file |
One user at a time can convert a given ASCII file |
|
Database files |
One user at a time can modify a form in a given database. |
|
Database files |
One user at a time can modify a report in a given database. |
|
Database files |
Data files for transfer to database, database files. One user at a time can use data files. |
|
Database files |
One user at a time can create or change database structure. |
|
ASCII file |
One user at a time can create or edit a file. |
|
External programs |
All users can share the program, within the limitations of the external program. |
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External programs |
All users can share the program, within the limitations of the external program. |
