SQL Azure ODBC driver

SQL Azure ODBC driver is a suitable solution for integrating a reliable connectivity system and ensure the access to an SQL Azure database through your application.
The tool enables you to implement database support for your application, via a direct connection, with the help of the ODBC interface.
The direct connection provides you with a stable and secure path to the data you require, allowing you to add, remove or edit the database entries.
The purpose of this type of connection is to avoid using a third party applications to ensure the access to the database.
Instead, you can link to the database via the ODBC interface and TCP/IP protocols so that you can enjoy higher, more reliable transfer speeds.
SQL Azure ODBC driver can be integrated within applications built both for the 64-bit and 32-bit architectures. Moreover, you can also implement the direct connectivity function in cross-platform programs
The tool offers full support for two common ODBC interface components, namely Data Types and API functions.
Thanks to the Advanced Connection String, you can create the direct connection between the database and both desktop or Web applications, as long as they are ODBC compliant.
SQL Azure ODBC driver includes advanced data access algorithms and optimization techniques, designed to help you generate powerful data access layers.
The tool facilitates a speedy connectivity and data transfer, plus it allows you to easily configure the connection details.
Once installed, you can configure SQL Azure ODBC driver from the ODBC Data sources.
You need to specify a Data Source Name, the database server, port and title, plus optional details: a short description, username and password. The advanced settings include enabling NULL strings or emptying strings as NULL in the metadata.System requirementsSQL Azure
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