Database

Can I create dynamic database driven pages on the fly?
Yes, the shopping system comes with a built in database application. You have the ability to create dynamic catalog pages on the fly. This means that you can create dynamic database driven catalog.

My product database is in Microsoft Access format?
If you are on an NT server platform then the shopping system can interface to the ODBC channel. If not you can always export any database format to the flat file used by the shopping system.

What type of database format does the shopping system use by default?
By default the shopping system uses flat file text databases. This method is very efficient and should be used in most cases. Useless you have thousands of records the default system works just fine.

Can I use an SQL or ODBC compliant database with this software?
Yes, it is only available on our NT version at this time. We have a special feature designed to work specifically with SQL and ODBC compliant databases.

Can I do a categorical search engine?
You can do any type of categorical search engine that your database will allow. The database is everything, if you have information in a database then goldpaint can access it and display it in almost any manner you choose.

How large of a database can I use with the software?
There are no limits to the size of a database. The only limits are with your ISP and how much space you are authorized to use. Usually, this can be raised by paying for more space.




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