The DataDirect Connect for ODBC dBASE driver (the dBASE driver) supports the following file types:

  • dBASE
  • Clipper
  • FoxPro
  • FoxPro database container (DBC)

For the latest support information, visit the DataDirect Product Compatibility Guide.

The dBASE driver runs the SQL statements directly on dBASE- and FoxPro-compatible files. You do not need to own dBASE or FoxPro products to access these files. The dBASE driver cannot access files that are larger than 2 GB.

The dBASE driver is 32-bit only and is supported in the Windows, UNIX, and Linux environments. See Environment-Specific Information for detailed information about the environments supported by this driver.

Refer to the readme file shipped with your DataDirect Connect product for the file name of the dBASE driver.