Overview
ADO.NET is the data access component for the .NET Framework. ADO.NET is made of a set of classes that are used for connecting to a database and providing access to relational, XML or application data. Progress DataDirect offers the only 100% managed code ADO.NET data providers for all major databases. By using 100% managed code, you can take advantage of the numerous built-in services of the CLR and enhance the performance of your managed application.
- Handle volume and velocity easily with superior features and tools
- Gain time and value from failover features that ensure reliability and data integrity
- Remove the need to rely on vendor client libraries and vendor clients
Features
Extensive
Certified DataDirect quality guarantees ADO.NET connectivity across all supported database versions and distributions with complete functionality
Performance
Improve data access performance by simply switching ADO.NET providers, without changing application code
Speed
Easily load large volumes of data without application code or additional vendor tools that slow performance
Reliable
Ensure high availability via application failover and workload balancing without costly server configurations
Security
Connect securely using advanced password encryptions supported by SAP Sybase ASE
Codeless Configuration
Optimize your application performance and compatibility without any changes to the code
Technical Specifications
Progress DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET Entity Framework Version 4.3.0
Prerequisite
- .NET Framework version 3.5 SP1 or later
- Entity Framework 3.5
Database Support
- SAP Adaptive Server Enterprise 16
Visual Studio Support
- Visual Studio 2015
- Visual Studio 2017
- Visual Studio 2019
- Visual Studio 2022
Programming Support
- Applications targeting .NET Framework version 3.5 SP1, 4.0, and 4.5
- Database First and DBContext
Progress DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET Version 4.3.0
Prerequisite
- Your machine must have .NET Framework 4.0 or higher with the .NET Framework Redistributable Version 4.0 or higher installed.
Database Support
- SAP Sybase Adaptive Server Enterprise 16
Visual Studio Support
- Visual Studio 2015
- Visual Studio 2017
- Visual Studio 2019
- Visual Studio 2022
.NET Framework Support
- .NET Framework Version 4.8.
Documentation
Progress DataDirect for ADO.NET
Frequently Asked Questions