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Persisting a rich object model demands the services of a smart data access layer. ADO.NET, the traditional data access mechanism for .NET, leaves too much to be desired when working with class hierarchies and interconnected objects with abundant associations. Developers who require a smart data access layer need look no further than Versant Open Access .NET to provide persistence services for rapidly building well architected object-oriented applications. This article looks at the main features of Versant Open Access .NET and provides an introduction on how to install and get started using the product.

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This article explores how to leverage business objects in a distributed environment. First, I'll explain what a domain model business object is and why it is what it is and, equally important, what it isn't and why it isn't what it is not. Then I'll explain the fundamental challenges of working with domain model business objects in a distributed environment. Finally, I will show you a solution for taking advantage of these types of business objects using .NET remoting, SQL Server and Versant Open Access .NET, a new Object-Relational mapping product for the .NET framework.

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Persisting a rich object model demands the services of a smart data access layer. ADO.NET, the traditional data access mechanism for .NET, leaves too much to be desired when working with class hierarchies and interconnected objects with abundant associations. Developers who require a smart data access layer need look no further than Versant Open Access .NET to provide persistence services for rapidly building well architected object-oriented applications. This article looks at the main features of Versant Open Access .NET and provides an introduction on how to install and get started using the product.