What is the Microsoft Access database engine?

What engine does Microsoft Access use?

It is a member of the Microsoft 365 suite of applications, included in the Professional and higher editions or sold separately. Microsoft Access stores data in its own format based on the Access Database Engine (formerly Jet Database Engine).

Do I need Microsoft Access database engine?

Yes, you need the Microsoft Access Database Engine if you want your software applications to communicate with non-Office tools, as well as to avoid ODBC driver errors.

What is Microsoft Access database engine 2016 used for?

As a general word processing, spreadsheet or database management system -To be used as a way to create files. (You can use Microsoft Office or Office automation to create the files that Microsoft Office supports.)

What is the use of Microsoft Access database?

Microsoft Access is an information management tool, or relational database, that helps you store information for reference, reporting and analysis. Access can also overcome the limitations found when trying to manage large amounts of information in Excel or other spreadsheet applications.