Microsofta Access Version 2002 Plain & Simple

by Curtis D. Frye

Get the fast facts that make learning Access 2002 plain and simple Here's WHAT you'll learn: Find the simplest ways to get stuff done in Microsoft AccessDesign and build your own database... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0735614547
• ISBN13: 9780735614543
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Microsoft Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 9.1" x 7.4"

Customer Reviews

Descriptive and concise guide

I bought this book to create a moderately complex project management database. My coworker, with limited Access experience and no database development experience, used this book to quickly create our database. It was easy for her to follow and had answers for her questions on how to set each area up. The database works well. I didn't know if a basic book would have all the answers we needed. However, the instruction is clear and easy to follow. It's a small book but it does not sacrifice learning. I give it a high rating for our purpose.

Delivers what it promises

I read the bad review below and really have to ask what that reviewer expected from a book that has "Plain and Simple" in the title? This book delivers exactly what it promises: a plain and simple look at Microsoft Access. It quickly walks you through the basic knowledge and tasks of Access and essentially holds your hand by providing excellent step-by-step full color pictures that show you exactly what to do on nearly every page. Can you get through this book quickly? Yes. Is it for beginners? Yes. If you want lessons on database design, theory, etc., look for a book with "in-depth", "mastering" or similar phrases in the title. I bought this book when I had to learn Access quickly, and it didn't disappoint.

Clear & To The Point

The book's title says it all, but there are very brief explanations on some tasks. The color screenshots with captions are easily understandable. However, the very nature of Access demands more. A supplemental CD-ROM with the exercises from the book would have been helpful and not included.