Appleworks Database vs. Microsoft Access

I currently manage my database on a PC with Microsoft
Access. I would like to switch the data to my new
iMac (1.83 GHz Intel Core Duo, OS 10.4). Can anyone
tell me more about the database program in
Appleworks? Can you customize the fields (to include
more than just the basic name, address, etc fields)
or are they pre-set? Also, can you create searches
within the program (ie to find a record based on a
last name)? I am trying to avoid buying FileMaker Pro
because of it's higher cost. Any information and
details about the program's capabilities would be
greatly appreciated!
Yes, you can do all of those things: define fields including name, type..., and you can create/save searches on the database. To see examples of people doing these things do a search in Google using a phrase like:
appleworks +database +tutorial
You're probably aware of this, but I'll mention it just in case: AppleWorks is no longer bundled with any Macs, and must be purchased separately.
Also, AppleWorks has a flat-file database. This is basically a single table of records. However, Access is a relational database and creates multiple tables of records which can be linked together using key fields. If your Access database is a relational database then you will have to redesign it work in AppleWorks. That is, collapse it all into one big table. If you're reasonably serious about databases, then you'll find FileMaker is a better choice. It is a relational database very similar to Access, and will create smaller more efficient databases than AppleWorks. NB There are other relational databases available on the Mac too. So search VersionTracker.com for the alternative products.
Lastly, AppleWorks will not open your Access database. You will have to save the data from the Access database into a tab-separated value text format so it can be imported into AppleWorks. Because you're saving the data into a text format you will not be able to use the screens you've created in Access, and will have to recreate them in AppleWorks.
Dale

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