Microsoft Data Access Backgrounders Overview

Data access backgrounders provide an overview of a broad technical topic or a cross-technology perspective. You can use the information in backgrounders to understand how a technology works, how it compares to other technologies, and to help you decide which technology is right for you to adopt.

For links to articles with more detailed information about how to use Microsoft Data Access Components, see Microsoft Data Access Technical Articles Overview.

“Designing Efficient Applications for Microsoft SQL Server,” available in the Platform SDK node of the Library.

Microsoft Strategy for Universal Data Access

OLE DB for OLAP FAQ

OLE DB/ADO: Making Universal Data Access a Reality

Securing Windows NT 4.0 to Prevent ODBC Tracing

Understanding ODBC and OLE

Understanding ODBC Security Issues