The following are the five ways to connect a database:
As an argument when starting OpenEdge
With the CONNECT statement (in the Procedure Editor or in an ABL procedure)
With the OpenEdge Data Dictionary
With the OpenEdge Data Administration tool
Using the Auto-connect feature
Note: Starting a server or broker for a database is distinct from connecting to a database. You must start a server or broker for a database before you can connect to the database in multi-user mode. For information about starting a server or broker, see OpenEdge Getting Started: Installation and Configuration.
This section explains how to connect to databases using these various techniques. OpenEdge Development: Programming Interfaces explains why you might choose one technique instead of another.
As an argument when starting OpenEdge
