Product Description

Being a normal human being, you probably have work to do. In fact, you may have lots of work piled precariously around your office or even stretching onto the Internet. Someone, possibly your boss, suggested that Access 2000 may help you get more done in less time, eliminate the piles, and generally make the safety inspector happy.

But if you’re confused instead of organized, befuddled instead of productive, or just completely lost on the whole database thing, Access 2000 For Windows For Dummies is the book for you.

You don′t need to be a nerd to get the most out of Access 2000 For Windows For Dummies. If you know the basics of Windows 95, 98, or NT (whichever one you use) and have a desire to work with databases, you′re ready to go. Everything you need to know is right here, just waiting for you to read it.

Each part of Access 2000 For Windows For Dummies covers a general topic of Access 2000. Right off the bat, this book answers the lyrical question “It’s a data–what?” By starting with an overview of both database concepts in general and Access 2000 in particular, this book provides the information you need to make sense of the whole database concept. You′ll also gain insight into

• Solving problems with Access 2000
• Designing, building, using, changing, and generally coexisting in the same room with Access 2000 tables
• Using the Access 200 queries to unearth the answers you know are hiding somewhere in your data
• Committing your database to paper
• Doing stuff faster and seeking assistance from the wizards. You′ll even venture into a bit of programming

Now nothing’s left to hold you back from the wonders of Access 2000. Cleave tightly to Access 2000 For Windows For Dummies, consign the Microsoft manuals to a suitable dark hole, and dive into Access 2000.

Bon Voyage!

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #154451 in Books
• Published on: 1999-05-07
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 408 pages

From the Back Cover
Get tips on using wizards, forms, and other Access shortcuts

Find out how to add hyperlinks and put data on the Web

Get up to speed on Access 2000 and get more out of all that data With the clear explanations and expert advice in this friendly guide, you'll discover just how easy it is to put the power of database computing to work for you. Whether you're looking for a plain–English explanation of database basics or the lowdown on the latest program features, this reference gives you the Access you need.

Discover how to: Understand database fundamentals Set up fields, records, and tables Design queries that get results Turn data into great–looking printed reports Import or export data Deal with database difficulties

The Dummies Way^™ Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear–out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

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About the Author
John Kaufeld runs Access Systems, a computer consulting firm. He is also the author of Games Online For Dummies?? and the bestselling America Online?? For Dummies??.

Customer Reviews

Good basic introduction, suitable for users not developers
This is a good basic introduction, written in the usual entertaining very-excited-I'm-not-a-geek-really style of all the dummies books. Coverage includes chapters on setting up tables, forms, queries and reports and launching your database on the internet. However, it is really designed as a basic introduction for the interested user of databases rather than a reference for someone who wants to set up a database. This point is brought home when the author warns people off setting up a relational database - outrageous when some would say this is Access's main raison d'etre!

Access for Dummies
I found this book to be absolutely the 'bees knees', as while I had completed the E.C.D.L. Course which features Access, I had not used it since. With this book on your desk beside your computer, it makes Access so easy to navigate and work with. I now use Access as a database for family and friends, business contacts etc. Brilliant Book and Programme.

Warning! Beginners only
I had a mad fit and bought several dummies books to update my '97 skills to 2000. How I wish I hadn't. These books must be great for end users, but have no real technical content at all, so as the previous reviewer said, not suitable for developers. I also find the cheery, jeery style intensely irritating when I am looking for information. Expensive way to view the excellent cartoons.