Can an Access Database be used as an .EXE?

[snoopy80]

Hello all,

I am trying to build a database and thinking to use MS Access. However, before I start, I need to consider that once the DB is complete, can Access compile the whole DB into an EXE file so that I can take the DB and use it in any machines (even on ones that MS Access is not installed)?
Thanks in advance for helps

 

[HitechUser]

snoopy80,

The answer is yes BUT!! it can not be done with Access alone. You will need to purchase the MICROSOFT VISUAL STUDIO TOOLS FOR THE OFFICE SYSTEM

One source...

http://shop1.outpost.com/product/3745936

See Microsoft Web site for more info.

I hope this helps..

Good Luck...

 

[JeremyNYC]

Well, sort of...you don't actually create an exe from an access database, you create a runtime version of access that makes it so the person doesn't need an access license.

---
Jeremy Wallace
METRIX Project Coordinator
Fund for the City of New York

 

[GingerR]

You can Google as well as search this forum for multiple discussions on this topic that might give you more details/insight.