Table 1-1 lists the supported operating environments for the data providers.
Existing code written for earlier versions of the .NET Framework and earlier versions of DataDirect Connect for .NET is compatible with the 4.0 version of the data providers. Note that the applications built using .NET 1.1 or applications built with .NET 2.0 and directly referencing DataDirect provider assemblies must be recompiled. If recompiling is not an option, then you can use .NET facilities to redirect references to the older assemblies to the newer assemblies.
NOTE: The Developer’s license for the DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET data providers is designed for use with Microsoft Visual Studio. If you create .NET applications with another .NET development tool, contact your sales representative for the appropriate license.
DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET Entity Framework data providers can be used with applications that use the standard ADO.NET features or with the ADO.NET Entity Framework.
The DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET data providers support distributed transactions using the Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (MS DTC). The MS DTC is provided through System.Transaction.
The DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET data providers support Kerberos authentication.
Verify that your environment meets the requirements listed in Table 1-2 before you configure your data provider for Kerberos authentication.
The DataDirect Connect for ADO.NET SQL Server and Oracle data providers support NTLM authentication.