Opening Databases in read only mode

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Opening in read only mode

Sometimes you need to be very careful not to modify data in databases that you access. They may contain important data that if lost or damaged can cause a significant loss / headache. For this reason you can specify when you connect to a database wether to connect Read/Write or Read-Only. If you connect in read-only mode DBQwikEdit will prevent you from updating the database. This can be a great peace of mind, that a slip of the mouse will not lead to disaster.

Optionally you can "Lock" DBQwikEdit in Read-Only mode with a password. This allows you to distribute copies of DBQwikEdit to inexperienced, or unauthrized users without worrying that they will corrupt the data base. For example you may choose to give DBQwikEdit to business users in your company in order to allow them to generate ad-hoc qureies or generate reports.

Warning: Read-only mode and password locking in DBQwikEdit are desinged to prevent mishaps, not as a impervious security scheme. The scheme is not advanced and could be circumvented by hackers and power users. Always use your database security to protect your data.