Do desktop applications need database?

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There are lots of ways to persist data in a desktop application. A database is one choice. You would probably have to provide an installer unless you're using a file based database such as SQLite. You might also just write to a file - either a text file, an XML file, serializing objects, etc. 21 мар. 2014 г.

Do desktop applications use databases?

Lots of desktop applications do use embedded databases, you just can't readily tell they are doing it if all you see are a couple of data files.

Does an application need a database?

But when handling lots of data, a database is definitely a great way to simplify your life in the long term. If you are building a macOS or iOS app, you might decide that a JSON or Plist file is all you need to handle data, because the user does not need to store a lot of it.

Which database should I use for desktop application?

free database softwarePlatformCloud VersionMySQLWindows, Linux, Mac.YesOracleWindows, LinuxYesSQL ServerWindows, Linux.NoFirebirdWindows, Linux, and Mac.No

Does every app need a database?

You do not need a database for what you describe, although depending on how you plan on developing your app, it might make things easier for you to use a database.

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