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SETTING UP RUNTIMES

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    SETTING UP RUNTIMES

    I understand how I can install a runtime version of Alpha with a startup form, but can I install different start-up forms for the same table on different runtime computers? I want 3 runtimers to only have access to two forms where I have entry restricted, but I want one runtimer to have access to more forms so that she can enter data. They would all be viewing the same data but only one person can enter and change most fields. Thanks
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    RE: SETTING UP RUNTIMES

    Carolyn, this is theoretically possible, but would require you to design separate versions of the database. No one would do such a thing on purpose.

    The alternative is to use the autoexec script that runs on startup to find out which machine or user is running the script... and then set restrictions internally that govern access to various forms or reports in the app.

    What you're describing falls within the 'world' of log in routines and database security techniques. Try searching this forum, the A5V4 forum, and the new A5V5 books for more information.

    -- tom

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      RE: SETTING UP RUNTIMES

      Another way is to set up a login screen with security levels.
      That way you can control which forms are allowed to be opened by the security levels.

      charlie crimmel

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        RE: SETTING UP RUNTIMES

        To second what Charlie said - The correct way to approach this in A5 ver 5 is to take full advantage of the excellent group level security that is built-in to A5. You can assign groups of users limited access and define a single user full acces using seperate passwords. This would be the preferred method of accomplishing your objective.

        Marc
        www.kingsrealm.com
        Marc King
        A5solutions

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          RE: SETTING UP RUNTIMES

          So I can't set it up that user X has one "start up" screen and user Y has a different one????
          Lawrence Fox
          ComputerWizard Consulting
          http://www.computerwizardonline.com
          Bookkeeping, Accounting & Database Design
          "Nobody goes to work for themselves in order to do paperwork--so call the Wizard today and get back to doing what YOU love to do..."

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            RE: SETTING UP RUNTIMES

            Yes you can but the internal start up form setting is not the way to do it.

            i.e. provide a login screen and send them to your own start up form based on the input.

            Marc
            Marc King
            A5solutions

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              RE: SETTING UP RUNTIMES

              Let me add to that, IF you always know who the users are going to be (They have designated login permissions on the network) you can as mentioned above create an autoexec script that will recognize your pre-defined users on start up.

              This is somewhat more complex and a real pain in the rear if your userbase is going to grow over time. You would need to continually upgrade the autoexec file every time a user is added to the system.

              Compare that to just giving them a password.

              M
              Marc King
              A5solutions

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