Click here to learn
about this Sponsor:
Home  |  News  |  Articles  |  Polls  |  Forum

Keywords: Match:
ODBC API accesses embedded database
Aug. 10, 2007

McObject has made available an Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) application programming interface (API) for its real-time in-memory embedded database system. The company claims the new feature "greatly expands eXtremeDB's ability to share data with systems ranging from mainframes to servers to desktop applications."

eXtremeDB 3.1, released in July, supports Linux, Windows, and a variety of real-time operating systems and even "bare bones boards, no operating system required." McObject claims the embedded database occupies a RAM footprint of only 100KB.

The new ODBC support -- now included with version 3.1 of McObject's eXtremeSQL database interface, but also available separately -- is intended to give 32-bit Windows applications ODBC-compatible access to eXtremeDB databases on both Linux and non-Linux platforms. It's said to operate with all eXtremeDB editions (Standard, High Availability, Transaction Logging, and 64-bit) and with eXtremeDB Fusion, the company's hybrid on-disk/in-memory embedded database.


The eXtremeDB architecture

ODBC is a library of functions that lets any ODBC-enabled application connect to any database for which an ODBC driver exists, and retrieve/insert/update/delete data using SQL statements. As McObject notes, support for this API first became common in Windows systems, but ODBC drivers now also exist on Linux and many other platforms.

According to McObject CEO Steve Graves, "In a world of heterogeneous systems, ODBC can exponentially increase the value of database contents... In addition, knowledge of ODBC is so ubiquitous that developers can use eXtremeDB right away with very little learning curve."

McObject noted that its in-memory database is used widely in devices based on Linux, including WiMAX base stations, Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) that ensure the stability of electrical power supply, and F5 Networks's Big-IP product family of Internet traffic optimization devices.

The new ODBC interface for eXtremeDB is currently available as part of eXtremeSQL version 3.1, according to McObject. It's also said to be available separately, although the company gave no details regarding how to obtain it. An evaluation version of eXtremeDB version 3.1 for Linux is available for download on the company's website (requires registration). Developers are asked to contact the company for evaluation copies of eXtremeSQL.



Related stories:


(Click here for further information)


FUEL Database on MontaVista Linux
Whether building a mobile handset, a car navigation system, a package tracking device, or a home entertainment console, developers need capable software systems, including an operating system, development tools, and supporting libraries, to gain maximum benefit from their hardware platform and to meet aggressive time-to-market goals.

Breaking New Ground: The Evolution of Linux Clustering
With a platform comprising a complete Linux distribution, enhanced for clustering, and tailored for HPC, Penguin Computing¿s Scyld Software provides the building blocks for organizations from enterprises to workgroups to deploy, manage, and maintain Linux clusters, regardless of their size.

Data Monitoring with NightStar LX
Unlike ordinary debuggers, NightStar LX doesn¿t leave you stranded in the dark. It¿s more than just a debugger, it¿s a whole suite of integrated diagnostic tools designed for time-critical Linux applications to reduce test time, increase productivity and lower costs. You can debug, monitor, analyze and tune with minimal intrusion, so you see real execution behavior. And that¿s positively illuminating.

Virtualizing Service Provider Networks with Vyatta
This paper highlights Vyatta's unique ability to virtualize networking functions using Vyatta's secure routing software in service provider environments.

High Availability Messaging Solution Using AXIGEN, Heartbeat and DRBD
This white paper discusses a high-availability messaging solution relying on the AXIGEN Mail Server, Heartbeat and DRBD. Solution architecture and implementation, as well as benefits of using AXIGEN for this setup are all presented in detail.

Understanding the Financial Benefits of Open Source
Will open source pay off? Open source is becoming standard within enterprises, often because of cost savings. Find out how much of a financial impact it can have on your organization. Get this methodology and calculator now, compliments of JBoss.

Embedded Hardware and OS Technology Empower PC-Based Platforms
The modern embedded computer is the jack of all trades appearing in many forms.

Data Management for Real-Time Distributed Systems
This paper provides an overview of the network-centric computing model, data distribution services, and distributed data management. It then describes how the SkyBoard integration and synchronization service, coupled with an implementation of the OMG¿s Data Distribution Service (DDS) standard, can be used to create an efficient data distribution, storage, and retrieval system.

7 Advantages of D2D Backup
For decades, tape has been the backup medium of choice. But, now, disk-to-disk (D2D) backup is gaining in favor. Learn why you should make the move in this whitepaper.

 


Got a HOT tip?   please tell us!
Free weekly newsletter
Enter your email...
Click here for a profile of each sponsor:
PLATINUM SPONSORS
(Become a sponsor)

ADVERTISEMENT
(Advertise here)

Check out the latest Linux powered...

Mobile phones!

MIDs, UMPCs
& tablets

Mobile devices

Other cool
gadgets



BREAKING NEWS

• Microsoft to bake own phone?
• Tux cashes in on paint
• Linux ported to iPhone
• Blockbuster box runs Linux
• Palm Pilot VM for Linux updated
• Linux-focused smartphone vendor announces cuts
• GCC for kernel hackers
• Linux powers free-to-air (FTA) satellite box
• Linux services firm hires MontaVista exec
• Robotic arm runs Linux
• Closed Linux driver problems described
• Linux hops on STD bus
• Wyse beefs up thin clients
• DRM client ported to mobile Linux distro
• iPhones to xhost Linux apps


Most popular stories -- past 90 days:
• Open source phone goes mass-market
• Tinest Linux system, yet?
• Garmin Nav devices run Gnome Linux
• ARM9 board boots Debian in 0.69 seconds
• Low-cost laptop runs Linpus Linux
• Linux-friendly Beagle fetches $150
• Mini Linux PC breaks $100 barrier
• Open source camera records geotagged video to SATA HDD
• Open set-top box ships
• First $100 laptop runs Linux


DesktopLinux headlines:
• Tutorial reveals desktop Linux security tips
• Fedora 10 first impressions
• 8,000 TuxTop models and counting
• "Moonlight" ready to shine
• Adobe unleashes 64-bit Flash
• Debian Lenny installer arrives
• Ubuntu announces ARM port
• Amazon offers Linux XOs
• Windows 7 "no threat" to netbook Linux
• Creative frees Sound Blaster driver code


Also visit our sister site:


Sign up for LinuxDevices.com's...

news feed

Home  |  News  |  Articles  |  Polls  |  Forum  |  About  |  Contact
 

Ziff Davis Enterprise Home | Contact Us | Advertise | Link to Us | Reprints | Magazine Subscriptions | Newsletters
Tech RSS Feeds | White Papers | ROI Calculators | Tech Podcasts | Tech Video | VARs | Channel News

Baseline | Careers | Channel Insider | CIO Insight | DesktopLinux | DeviceForge | DevSource | eSeminars |
eWEEK | Enterprise Network Security | LinuxDevices | Linux Watch | Microsoft Watch | Mid-market | Networking | PDF Zone |
Publish | Security IT Hub | Strategic Partner | Web Buyer's Guide | Windows for Devices

Developer Shed | Dev Shed | ASP Free | Dev Articles | Dev Hardware | SEO Chat | Tutorialized | Scripts |
Code Walkers | Web Hosters | Dev Mechanic | Dev Archives | igrep

Use of this site is governed by our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Except where otherwise specified, the contents of this site are copyright © 1999-2008 Ziff Davis Enterprise Holdings Inc. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of Ziff Davis Enterprise is prohibited. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.