The company's first reference database, Canadian and U.S. Area Codes, was released in early November. These databases are a much more convenient way to access this type of data than traditional paper sources which aren't practical for anything but home use or Internet searches which can be frustrating and time-consuming. In fact, these databases demonstrate one of the best uses for dbNow . With dbNow and a selection of reference databases, users can access information just when they need it, no matter where they are. The database designs the company will release include an Automobile Maintenance database, an Employee database, and a Photo log.
Database designs differ from reference databases in that they are empty.
They serve as templates for users who want to store their own business or personal data in dbNow and want a quick and easy way to get started. Users can, of course, edit and further customize these database designs to their own needs. Reference databases and database designs are free. The Palm OS version of dbNow works on handheld devices with Palm OS 3.0 and above. The included desktop software requires Windows 95 or higher.