When R:BASE is on a local area network, users can share R:BASE program files, printers, hard disks, directories and databases. You can also have R:BASE program files on a local drive or workstation; however those files will only be available to the user of that particular machine.
R:BASE on a network allows multiple users to simultaneously create and share new and existing databases, add, change, and print data, as if each user were the only one using that database. To ensure data integrity, R:BASE includes automatic concurrency control and a locking system that eliminates conflicts, such as two users attempting to change the same data at the same time. R:BASE has commands that allow a user to manually set the locks and wait periods that prevent conflicts.
Whether an R:BASE program or database files are stored on a network server or local hard drive, the limit on the number of seats using R:BASE remains in effect. Also, only a limited number of users can access some parts of R:BASE at the same time. For example, although users can share program files, only one user at a time can import data to a given database with the Import/Export utility, create or alter the structure of a database, or create, edit, or convert a given application file.
R:BASE can use most printers that are compatible with your network operating system. In some cases, you need only attach the printer to print from R:BASE. In other cases, you must identify the printer to the network operating system and initialize the print spooler.
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