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Mastering Access 97 (Paperback)

by Alan Simpson (Author), Elizabeth Olson (Author) "Microsoft Access 97 for Windows 95 is a database management system, or DBMS..." (more)
Key Phrases: query design window, freestanding chart, open the database window, Microsoft Access, Database Wizard, Microsoft Excel (more...)

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Here's a comprehensive guide to Windows-savvy database management with the latest version of Access. Newcomers learn how to use and customize a contact-management database, and how to link complex sets of data. Complete coverage of database design shows readers how to create full-fledged custom applications, complete with switchboards, dialog boxes, toolbars, and menus. Intermediate-level users will find detailed treatment of macro development, plus introductory VBA, OLE, DLL, and DDE. The companion CD includes the book's example database, plus third-party utilities.

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Paperback: 1140 pages
Publisher: Sybex Inc; 4th edition (December 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0782119247
ISBN-13: 978-0782119244
Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.5 x 2.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds

Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,468,506 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Microsoft Access 97 for Windows 95 is a database management system, or DBMS. Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
query design window, freestanding chart, open the database window, table design window, datasheet view, switchboard form, equivalent menu options, object frame tool, custom switchboards, order entry database, macro sheet, hyperlink field, unit price field, appropriate field name, new table list, lookup field, open the property sheet, row selector, form design window, user first opens, toolbox button, startup dialog box, area code fields, cursor lands, design view

Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Microsoft Access, Database Wizard, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Graph, Office Assistant, Control Wizards, Address Book Lessons, Office Shortcut Bar, Access Zoo, Control Panel, Window Help, Chart Wizard, Insert Hyperlink, Query View, Lookup Wizard, Table Wizard, Windows Taskbar, Remove Filter, Form Wizard, Report Wizard, Access Help Contents, Make Table, Web Wizard

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This book cites 4 books:

Your First Computer by Alan Simpson in Back Cover
Understanding Microsoft Access by Alan Simpson in Back Cover
Understanding Microsoft Access 2 by Alan Simpson in Back Cover
Alan Simpson's Easy Guide to Windows 95 by Alan Simpson in Back Cover

5 books cite this book:

Access 97 Developer's Handbook (Sybex) by Paul Litwin in Front Matter
Mastering Access 2000 Premium Edition by Alan Simpson in Back Cover
Microsoft Office XP Complete by Sybex Inc. in Back Matter
Mastering Access 2002 Premium Edition by Celeste Robinson in Back Cover
Access 97 Macro & VBA Handbook by Susann Novalis in Front Matter

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great information, if you don't count the CD, April 28, 2000

By	Sumeet Gill (Reston, VA USA) - See all my reviews

This book has become the bible of Access to me. However, I think the CD could have been used in a far better, integrated way. They serve the purpose, but they could have been made far more visual. Don't buy this book if you're expecting an autoload self-running CD tutorial. But if you're looking for a great reference book, and a great learning tool on everything one can do with Access - this is the book to get! I was somewhat oriented to Access before, but not in detail, before I bought this book. I now know stuff off the back of my hand. A very clear index also helps in accessing information. The book starts off with the basic features in Access, and then goes on to explain in detail about building and refining a custom application w/Access. Awesome! Highly recommended. I tried several different books, and settled happily with this. Love, Peace, Light, and Laughter... :)

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4.0 out of 5 stars GREAT FOR BEGINNERS!, February 6, 2000

By	Doug Cowley (Okinawa, Japan) - See all my reviews

This was my first Access book. It required little background knowledge going in. It covers everything from basic concepts to macros, switchboards, and VBA. I was surprised to see the negative review regarding the included CD. I found it very useful for analyzing objects and code. It gave me some great ideas for my own applications. My only complaint was that it could have flowed better. It does skip around from time to time.

Probably the most impressive comment I have is in regards to the author. When I was stuck early on and couldn't find the answer I needed, I emailed the author. He responded within 24 hours with an answer and even sent sample code! It doesn't get better than that.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not for a novice, good general purpose applications, November 2, 1999

By	Joe Dority (Oklahoma, USA) - See all my reviews

It's layout makes it hard to find what you need when you need it. It does contain a lot of information and touchs on most everything. it doesn't go as deep as I would like. It is a good referance book if you have time surf thru it's confusing index.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great information, if you don't count the CD
This book has become the bible of Access to me. However, I think the CD could have been used in a far better, integrated way. Read more

Published on April 28, 2000 by Sumeet Gill

1.0 out of 5 stars Should be called, "HOW TO USE WIN95"
This book focuses far too much on how to use the basic aspects of the Win95 enviroment, instead of cutting to the basics of how to use Access 97 and create anything. Read more

Published on July 26, 1999

2.0 out of 5 stars Bundled software didn't work so well
My home PC refused to read the CD ROM, my office PC read the CD ROM, but the free check book writer appears to have bugs (type mismatch errors everytime you try to print). Read more

Published on April 12, 1999 by Matthew Martin

3.0 out of 5 stars Begining would be a better description
Nowhere near enough meat in it, could have done with a bit more VBA

Published on April 10, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm now an Access Master
Well it may be LOONNGG AS HELL but if you've got the time and dedication you'll be a database guru! Even integrate it with your web store! This book and proggy is great! Read more

Published on December 24, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Overall good, but needs to have more practical information.
This is the best book of its kind I have found to date. Having said that, I wish there were more tips and tricks for the everyday users. Read more

Published on December 21, 1998

2.0 out of 5 stars superficial overview of Access 97
This book covers alot of territory with respect to Access 97. However, if you are new to relational databases and Access specifically, this book does not provide simple and... Read more

Published on April 24, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent beginner's book
I have read most of the first 800 pages so far, and in just six days. The book is very readable. The topics flow smoothly so I seldom got confused in spite of the depth of... Read more

Published on July 1, 1997

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