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Tricia Goss has been a freelance writer and editor for more than a decade. Goss specializes in computer technology, is certified in Microsoft Office applications and is passionate about helping others learn ways to benefit from and simplify technology.

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Database Guide

Database

You quickly enter information into a database using a form. You can store vast amounts of relational data safely. In addition, you can retrieve specifically the parts of information that you need with just a few simple steps. The articles in this database guide can help you create a database from the ground up or revamp a current one. Find tutorials on creating input masks, queries or charts. Learn how to troubleshoot issues you may be having with a table or report. You can even find comparisons and reviews of database software options.

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Microsoft Access

Microsoft Access is a database application that both trumps and, in some ways, falls short when compared to its single-table “cousin” Microsoft Excel. Whether the “pros” outweigh...

A Guide to Updating Malwarebytes Manually

Having trouble with Malwarebytes updates? Here's how to force one manually....

MS Access 2007: Create an Application with a Custom Switchboard

The first article in this series shows how to use MS Access’ built-in Switchboard Wizard. This article goes a step beyond the restrictions of the ready-made switchboard and shows how to create a...

MS Access Databases: Using the Switchboard to Navigate Your Database

Microsoft Access 2007 has a more open look and interface than previous versions. However, as our database population of forms, queries, and reports grows, we are faced with the ironic challenge of having...

MS Access: Adding Parameter Queries to a Form

Parameter queries help narrow down the kinds and amounts of information a database displays. Adding a parameter query to a database object (table, report, or form) is a flexible approach in managing...

Guide to Creating a SQL Database

Before using SQL Server, you must learn how to create a SQL database. SQL databases are the starting point for creating tables, queries, and much more using Microsoft SQL Server. Learn...

When is it time to move to MS Access?

If you have been keeping large spreadsheet tables of data that have gone wide and deep, it may be time to switch to a database. The power and the flexibility of the database application...