Written for programmers, this guide explains ADO.NET, with detailed discussions of classes, interfaces, properties, and methods. It also examines the structure of data and the ways ADO.NET solves data access problems. Scalabilty, concurrency, and robustness are all discussed. Particular attention is given to the need to balance generic functionality and efficiency. The author has worked as a software developer, systems administrator, and computer instructor. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Essential ADO.NET

Computers & Technology

Beauchemin, Bob

Web Development & Design

Addison-Wesley

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Sullivan, Dan

Berglund, Niels

Programming

Addison-Wesley Professional

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