Assignment:
Explain how VB .NET uses a database. Briefly summarize the components of a database and the characteristics of a DBMS. Include a discussion of ADO .NET and its capabilities. Explain how commands are sent over a connection and how data is retrieved over that same connection. What do you feel are the strengths and weaknesses of this type of data access? Explain the role of the DataSet, DataAdapter, Connection, and provider.
Your answer must be typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman font (size 12), one-inch margins on all sides, APA format.