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  • SQL INTERSECT Queries Created: Sunday, May 19, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
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  • Migrating to SQL Server with the Access Upsizing Wizard Created: Monday, May 13, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
    Many database users begin their adventure in the world of databases by creating a Microsoft Access database that meets the basic requirements of their organizations. Often, this is a dramatic impr...
  • What Is Database Normalization? Video Created: Monday, April 22, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 22, 2013
    Database normalization is a way of making data storage more efficient. This video will give you a basic overview of database normalization.
  • Introduction to Oracle Video Created: Monday, April 22, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 22, 2013
    Oracle is a widely-used relational database system. This video will give you a brief look at how Oracle works.
  • Installing MySQL on Windows 8 Created: Saturday, April 06, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 06, 2013
    The MySQL database server is one of the most popular open source databases in the world. Although administrators typically install MySQL on a server operating system, it’s certainly possible ...
  • Creating Forms in Microsoft Access 2007 Created: Saturday, May 05, 2007 Updated: Saturday, April 06, 2013
    Although Access provides a convenient spreadsheet-style datasheet view for entering data, it isn’t always an appropriate tool for every data entry situation. If you’re working with user...
  • Creating Forms in Microsoft Access Created: Saturday, November 27, 2004 Updated: Saturday, April 06, 2013
    Learn how to create a simple form in Microsoft Access. This tutorial walks you through the process step-by-step!
  • Creating Forms in Microsoft Access 2010 Created: Sunday, September 19, 2010 Updated: Saturday, April 06, 2013
    Although Access provides a convenient spreadsheet-style datasheet view for entering data, it isn’t always an appropriate tool for every data entry situation. If you’re working with user...
  • Creating Forms in Microsoft Access 2013 Created: Saturday, April 06, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 06, 2013
    Although Access provides a convenient spreadsheet-style datasheet view for entering data, it isn’t always an appropriate tool for every data entry situation. If you’re working with user...
  • Introduction to MySQL Video Created: Wednesday, March 13, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, March 13, 2013
    MYSQL is a free database server that acts as data for a large number of applications. In this About.com video, learn what 'MYSQL' is and how it works.
  • Backing up an 2010 Access Database Created: Sunday, February 20, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, March 12, 2013
    I've often been asked "How do I create a backup of my Access database?" Until now, that's been a difficult question to answer. Prior to Access 2003, you would have to manually copy your Access .MDB...
  • Backing up an Access 2003 Database Created: Sunday, April 23, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, March 12, 2013
    I've often been asked "How do I create a backup of my Access database?" Until now, that's been a difficult question to answer. Prior to Access 2003, you would have to manually copy your Access .MDB...
  • Backing up an 2013 Access Database Created: Tuesday, March 12, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, March 12, 2013
    Backing up your Access 2013 database is an important step to preserve the integrity and availability of your important data. In this tutorial, we walk through the process of backing up an Access 20...
  • Microsoft Access Fundamentals Created: Wednesday, January 19, 2005 Updated: Tuesday, March 12, 2013
    Want to learn how to use Microsoft Access? Find out on the About.com Databases site!
  • Converting an Excel Spreadsheet to an Access 2010 Database Created: Sunday, April 10, 2011 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
    Are you ready to convert your unwieldy Excel spreadsheet to a flexible Access database? Let us walk you through the process!
  • Converting an Excel Spreadsheet to an Access 2007 Database Created: Sunday, January 28, 2007 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
    Are you ready to convert your unwieldy Excel spreadsheet to a flexible Access database? Let us walk you through the process!
  • Converting an Excel Spreadsheet to an Access 2013 Database Created: Monday, March 04, 2013 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
    Are you ready to convert your unwieldy Excel spreadsheet to a flexible Access database? Let us walk you through the process!
  • Access 2013 Tour: The User Interface Created: Wednesday, February 06, 2013 Updated: Thursday, February 07, 2013
    If you're switching to Microsoft Access 2013 from an earlier version, you're bound to immediately notice some changes. If you've been using Access 2007, the ribbon-based user interface will look si...
  • Microsoft Access 2013 Fundamentals Created: Wednesday, February 06, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, February 06, 2013
    Are you overwhelmed by the large quantities of data that need to be tracked in your organization? Perhaps you're currently using a paper filing system, text documents or a spreadsheet to keep track...
  • Creating Reports with Microsoft Access 2010 Created: Sunday, December 04, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, February 06, 2013
    Microsoft Access 2010 allows you to easily create professionally formatted reports automatically from information stored in a database. In tis tutorial, we're going to design a nicely-formatted li...
  • Microsoft Access: Print Mailings Video Created: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, January 29, 2013
    Printing Labels is easy depending on what program you're using. Watch this About.com video, to learn how to print labels in Microsoft Access 2010, step-by-step.
  • What Is SQL? Video Created: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, January 22, 2013
    'SQL' stands for Standard Query Language, and is the basis for most database programs. In this About.com video, learn how to use SQL, and why it applies to programs like Microsoft Access and Oracle.
  • Microsoft Access: Create a Database With a Template Video Created: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, January 22, 2013
    Using a template to create a database is a lot easier and quicker than building one on your own. In this About.com video, learn how to use database templates in Microsoft Access 2010.
  • Microsoft Access: Create a Database From Scratch Video Created: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, January 22, 2013
    Creating a database from scratch may seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. In this About.com video, learn how to create your own database in Microsoft Access 2010.
  • Microsoft Access: Create Forms Video Created: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, January 22, 2013
    Using forms is a great way to organize information in a template that's easy to understand. In this About.com video, learn how to use Microsoft Access 2010 to store all of your information.
  • Microsoft Access: Collect Data Via Email Video Created: Thursday, January 17, 2013 Updated: Thursday, January 17, 2013
    Collecting data via email is a simple process in Microsoft Access that can ultimately be very useful. Watch this About.com video to learn how to collect data via email in Microsoft Access.
  • Microsoft Access: View and Edit SQL Video Created: Thursday, January 17, 2013 Updated: Thursday, January 17, 2013
    Learn how to view and edit SQL in Microsoft Access so that you edit your databases easily. Watch this About.com video to learn how to view and edit SQL in Microsoft Access.
  • Microsoft Access: How to Export Data Video Created: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, January 16, 2013
    If you need to transfer your data to another format, exporting your information to Microsoft Access is really easy. In this About.com video, learn how to export your data in Microsoft Access 2010 w...
  • Microsoft Access: How to Create Reports Video Created: Friday, January 11, 2013 Updated: Friday, January 11, 2013
    Navigating Microsoft Office can seem complicated, but it's a great way to organize your information in easy templates. In this About.com video, learn how to create a new report in Microsoft Access ...
  • Microsoft Access: Fundamentals Video Created: Friday, January 11, 2013 Updated: Friday, January 11, 2013
    In this About.com video, learn how to use the fundamentals of Microsoft Access 2010, in addition to learning tips on how to build your own database in Microsoft.
  • Microsoft Access: How to Add Tables Video Created: Friday, January 11, 2013 Updated: Friday, January 11, 2013
    In this About.com video, learn how to add tables to your databases in Microsoft Access 2010, with this easy, step-by-step guide.
  • What Are Database Keys? Video Created: Friday, January 11, 2013 Updated: Friday, January 11, 2013
    Database keys allow information to be organized within tables. In this About.com video, learn how to use database keys, and how they function, so you can properly store all your information.

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