Alexander Friedman - frequently asked questions, #5

Q: Are you available to work onsite, or do you only work from your home / office?
Q: What are your rates (hourly, or flat fee)? Are your rates generally flexible?
Q: Do you only develop new MS Access databases? Or do you fix existing ones?
Q: What features can a database have, and what kind of data can be stored?
Q: Can I store images in a database?

A: Yes, images can be stored. However, with MS Access you must follow strict guidelines - so not to overload the database. Pictures stored directly in the database can take-up significant space and may slow-down the database performance. Please feel free to contact us - for more information on how to properly save pictures in an Access database.

Q: What are the advantages of MS Access databases over Excel spreadsheets?
Q: How long does it take to develop a custom database? What is involved in the process?
Q: What type of I.T. services do you offer?
Q: Do you work on PC's or Mac's?
Q: Do you work on computer hardware, as well?
Q: Do you develop animations?
Q: Which areas of L.A. County are you able to visit for support and/or work?
Q: Do you provide remote support? And are you able to perform database work & uploads remotely?
Q: How is "Photography" relevant to your Computer Programming services?