Sybase unveils Advantage Database Server 8.1

DUBLIN: Sybase iAnywhere announces the release of Database Server8.1 to strengthening its database management portfolio.

The high performance embedded client/server data management system provides both ISAM table-based and SQL-based data access to easily chart a growth path for legacy database applications to today’s modern techniques.

The updated features of the new server includes improved user defined functions, TCP/IP support, and enhanced SQL performance and replication improvements, will enhance Advantage Database Server 8.1 with ease-of-use, performance and efficiency. It provides developers with the functionality they require to easily build scalable business applications with low administration requirements.

“Advantage is designed specifically for application developers who require powerful database functionality that is easy to deploy and doesn’t create unnecessary administrative overhead,” said Chuck Vertrees, product manager for Advantage Database Server.

“The enhancements and updates in Advantage 8.1 have allowed us to further enhance the usability and developer productivity of Advantage. All of the changes are customer-driven and have been a direct result of developer feedback” he added.

“We are excited about the enhancements included in Advantage 8.1,” said Bill Seven, President/CEO, Include Software. “During our evaluation of database options, Advantage proved to be the best choice for our decision criteria-cost, performance and ease of deployment. Advantage 8.1 further reinforces our decision to choose Advantage Database.”

Functionality enhancements of Advantage Database Server 8.1 includes User Defined Functions (UDFs), TCP/IP support, Increased SQL performance and Vertical Filtering for Replication.

According to company release the pricing of Advantage Database Server 8.1 will range from $645 for a 5-user license to $7870 for an unlimited user license.

CIOL Bureau