>A client has asked for an app to hold central medical records in one town and for various clinics in other towns to be able to dial in to access/process data. The client thinks a Client Server app would be best. Some questions (not having done Client Server before!):
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>1. Is it really worthwhile in terms of data access speed etc
>2. Is a VFP Client Server app really practical/robust
>3. What type of server does it need to sit on - a standard PC or an SQL server
>4. Where's the best source of info on this?
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>Any advice/ideas for this newbe would be appreciated


My recommendation is use a web interface. Check out West-wind.com for Web Connection. It's pretty easy to get up to speed and there are many of us web connect developers if you need a hired gun to assist. If you go client server, you will have to deal with installing and maintaining the front and back end. With a web interface you can control it all from one site. Just my $.02.