Re: Optimized Search method for DB files. ?

[John Hall <jhall@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Eric DeLong wrote:
> 
>      Security wise, the multiple members concept seems more practical
>      than company key-field. Personally, however, I'd be much more
>      comfortable with separate libraries & files for each company, which
>      could be secured as required. Really, though, I all depends on the
>      situation.
> 
>      Eric DeLong
> 
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> Subject: Re: Optimized Search method for DB files. ?
> Author:  <MIDRANGE-L@midrange.com > at INET_WACO
> Date:    10/22/98 12:29 PM
> 
> Instead of combining data from multiple companies into the same file,
> have you considered using multiple members? (ie) A member for each
> company. Depending on the company you want to work with, a CL can set up
> appropriate overrides.
> 
> Ravi
> 
> 

Be aware that not all software packages "like" members.  If you plan on
using non-as400 SQL packages you could run into a problem using members.

John Hall
Home Sales Co.
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