Tom,
I am not an IT guy so take what I say with that in mind. I use VPN to hookup to my on site computer all the time. Though the speed is slower, I am able to do all the functions including rebuilding the database. I maintain the database, create new reports, forms tables etc. We DO NOT have a compiled application however so that may not be a help to you. I use mostly a wireless connection at my house on my laptop. I do work connected to our main site while overseas as well. All I need is a decent hi speed internet connection and I am able to get my work done. James Belisle Making Information Systems People Friendly Since 1990 ________________________________ From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Tom Frederick Sent: Monday, January 09, 2012 3:47 PM To: RBASE-L Mailing List Subject: [RBASE-L] - It's expand the network time After several years of running our in-house, wired system, we are headed out the door into the real world with 4-5 sites away from our main facilities and multiple wireless laptops. Database itself seems to be running well. We will use a network specialist to help with all the hookups and security issues with combinations of cable/DSL/wireless Internet. The monthly service charges will not be cheap. Is there anything in particular related to R:Base we should be very aware of? Looked through the User group archive. VPN has speed problems compared to terminal servers so I am looking at things like using variables in views to limit rows transmitted to the specific rows needed. To get into our system a password is required and a computer's name must be registered in the database. Using compiled 9.1 64 (0103 updates) which drops unregistered users immediately. Our plan is to go slow, use my home and our IT guy's home as the initial connections, then move from there. Any suggestions appreciated. Tom Frederick President/CEO Elm City Center 1314 W Walnut Jacksonville, IL 62650 W- 217-245-9504 F - 217-245-2350 E - [email protected]
