ProData Computer Services, Inc. has introduced DBU Remote Database access (DBU RDB) plug-in for the popular System i database utility, DBU. This newest utility enables developers to directly access databases on other platforms using DBU. The software is available on the ProData Web site.
DBU RDB allows users to access cross-platform, real-time data on remote systems using either the DBU green screen interface or DBU applications through the DBU graphical interface.
DBU RDB supports access to MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, DB2 database and others. Data is displayed in the same manner as DB2 data on the System i when using DBU and adheres to file authorities as defined in each remote database.
"Our customers have been asking for one tool/one interface to access all their data in their shops for the past several years," said ProData owner and CEO, Allen Hartley. "DBU RDB allows our customers simple setup and the use of one database tool across multiple platforms to access their data. With DBU RDB, they no longer have to learn other tools to access remote information."
The setup for remote database access through DBU is straightforward using the DBU RDB configuration function. Remote access can be further secured using System i object level authority. With this addition, ProData continues to offer a feature-rich database utility that loyal followers have come to expect, the company says. The performance and functionality of DBU continues to provide quick and easy access to all information in and about the DB2 database, according to the company. With DBU RDB, this encompasses access to all other cross-platform databases.
About ProData
ProData Computer Services, Inc. is a leading provider of System i utilities. Founded in 1981, ProData has been at the forefront in the creation and evolution of software for the System i and was one of the first companies to work with the IBM relational database architecture. As a leader in the development of System i utilities, ProData utility installations number over 20,000 with distributors located worldwide.For more information, contact Shelli Peck at
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