database connection (odbc vs native)

From: Larry Pettit <larry.pettit_at_ps.net>
Date: Thu, 23 Sep 1999 11:28:14 -0600
Message-ID: <RltG3.378$V%.20766@news.uswest.net>

Could someone give me some more information on the different types of connnections to an Oracle db. Our front end application tool is Visual C++ 6.

I know we could use the jet engine and access it with (DAO, ADO etc.), use the (microsoft or oracle) ODBC drivers, or go with a native connection through SQL *net on each client.

We're currently wanting to use ODBC so we can maximize the Visual C++ (MFC classes) and develop the application quicker. If we go native, does it require Pro *C or is there another way to connect up to SQL *Net and how much more work if any is required?

Could someone relate their experiences (pros/cons) with any of the above.

Thanks Received on Thu Sep 23 1999 - 12:28:14 CDT