How to Use This Book

This book is divided into two sections. The first section contains reference information on data access objects and their methods and properties. The second section contains reference information on SQL statements and functions.

Because you may use data access objects or SQL differently in Microsoft Excel than you would in Microsoft Access, many topics contain general information followed by specific information for either or both applications. You will also see general examples demonstrating the use of a particular language element followed by examples showing how you might use it in Microsoft Access and Microsoft Excel.