Re: WIN-OS/2 SQL*NET and TCP/IP Adapter 2.x

Craig wrote:
>
> I was wondering if anyone knows if I need a native (OS/2) version of
> SQL*NET and the TCP/IP adapter, if I am going to be running a Visual
> Basic Application that connects to our Oracle 7.1.6 DB through an
> ODBC driver? Can I just install SQL*NET on the windows side of the
> OS/2 Box, given that is where the application is running.
>
> I have an OS/2 program that is piping the data from the OS/2 side to
> the dos/win side of the box. Then I need to grab the data with my VB
> app - which I can do and insert it into a table in my Oracle DB.
>
> If any one has any suggestions about the tools, ODBC divers to use
> or avoid. I would be greatful.

You should get SQL*VDM from Oracle which 'maps' your SQL*Net connection from OS/2 to DOS (WinOS/2). With it you can use tools which require a SQL*Net client under WinOS/2.

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        Arne


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