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How do I create an Access 2003 runtime application?
I have a database application created in Access 2003 which I need to distribute to multiple users who do not have Access installed. From what I can find about this, I need to create a runtime application in order to distribute the software correctly (and legally), however I am struggling to find answers to the following points:
What software do I need in addition to Access 2003 to accomplish this and where can I get this from?
Once acquired, how do I use this software to create the distribution?
Thanks.
What software do I need in addition to Access 2003 to accomplish this and where can I get this from?
Once acquired, how do I use this software to create the distribution?
Thanks.
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Note that the only way to legally distribute the Access 2003 runtime is if you own the Microsoft Office Developer product (known as the Access 2003 Developer Extensions). Unfortunately, the only way to get the ADE is through an MSDN subscription. Referring to your link above:
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/access-help/obtain-and-deploy-the-access-2003-runtime-HA001120886.aspx
Please note this comment from that page:
"Even though the runtime software is included in the Microsoft Office Access 2003 retail product, the right to distribute the runtime is not included. You must purchase the Access 2003 Developer Extensions to obtain a royalty-free license to package and distribute the runtime."
Also, please note I am not implying that you are encouraging anything illegal or unethical, but simply making sure that the author understands the whys-and-wheres of MS licensing (if that is actually possible!).
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/access-help/obtain-and-deploy-the-access-2003-runtime-HA001120886.aspx
Please note this comment from that page:
"Even though the runtime software is included in the Microsoft Office Access 2003 retail product, the right to distribute the runtime is not included. You must purchase the Access 2003 Developer Extensions to obtain a royalty-free license to package and distribute the runtime."
Also, please note I am not implying that you are encouraging anything illegal or unethical, but simply making sure that the author understands the whys-and-wheres of MS licensing (if that is actually possible!).
You can refer to http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/access-help/obtain-and-deploy-the-access-2003-runtime-HA001120886.aspx?CTT=1 and its consecutive text in http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/Aa167800