Jeff Johnson <> wrote:
> I also allow for some temporary local storage in addition to network
> storage for the same reason. Have you ever asked IT for a major
> corporation to restore a file from backup? Doesn't matter if its SQL
> server or VFP tables, you will not get it in time to be responsive.
>
> My applications are using web services, sending email notifications
> and ftp, connecting to remote databases; but the desktop application
> is the hub for all of the activity.
>
> While this may not be considered "best practices", this is what my
> applications have evolved into and reliability is a key feature.
At my current gig we are talking about much the same thing. Deliver data in
a webservice style for auto information and keep the local business owner
data local.
This is AutoZone and the brand I deal with is Alldata.
Stephen Russell
DBA / .Net Developer
Memphis TN 38115
901.246-0159
"A good way to judge people is by observing how they treat those who
can do them absolutely no good." ---Unknown
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