Does Microsoft Access require a server?

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You can use Access with a database server product such as SQL Server to share your database. This method offers you many benefits, but does require additional software — a database server product.

Does Microsoft Access need a server?

An MS Access database solution does not require special hardware, server operating system, or custom application software environments. Although sometimes thought of a single user database, it actually works well with multiple concurrent users (but it is best to keep it to < 10).

What are the system requirements for Microsoft Access?

Processor1.6 GHz, 2-core processorHard disk space4 GB available disk spaceDisplay1024 x 768 resolutionGraphicsDirectX 10 graphics card for graphics hardware acceleration for PCAdditional system requirementsInternet access Microsoft account See aka.ms/systemrequirements for the full list of system requirements

Does Microsoft Access use internet?

Your MS Access Database is secure and runs fast online, everywhere, all the time. You can use Office 365 online on your cloud desktops. If you need more than Access you can also use Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, Publisher, and the other 365 applications.

Is Microsoft Access being phased out?

Is Microsoft Access going away? The current status is that Microsoft is fully committed to continuing development and support of Microsoft Access.

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