>>>If VFP is so strong in the middle tier then why does VB COM code run faster then VFP when in comes to transactions?
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>>Where did you hear this, or where can I find out more information?
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>In the documents section there is a comparison between VFP and VB they clearly state that VB COM has less CPU time.

VFP does take more resources to operate a COM server than VB, but that doesn't translate into less performance except on a resource choled machine.

Also, not that I am contesting the fact at hand, but you should keep in mind that the tidbits posted in the documents section are placed there by users like you and me, who may or may not be correct, or qualified to make the statements they are making.