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Since the MAC version of MS Office does not include MS Access (there is no MAC version of Access and never has been) , we often see questions similar to:
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- Jan 11, 2014 I don't think Microsoft Access has ever run on a Mac. The one way around it is to install Windows virtualization software and Windows, then the Windows version of Access will run inside the virtualized Windows. Or you set up a Boot Camp partition with Windows and boot into that.
How can I run Microsoft Access on a MAC?”
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in various forums. While it is true that you can’t get Access (and other programs) for MAC, there are still ways to run them on your MAC. Let’s take a closer look at each of these.
Possible Ways to Run MS Access on a MAC
Here are a couple solutions that I am aware of:
Virtualization Software
You can install any number of virtualization software programs, such as Parallels or VMWare Fusion or Oracle VirtualBox, to create a virtual machine in which you install Windows and then MS Office/Access and or any other Windows program(s) of your choosing. This does requires buying Parallels, and owing licenses for Windows and any other program you wish to install.
Once it is setup you can run launch your Windows Virtual Machine directly from within your MAC OS.
Bootcamp
Use Apple’s free Bootcamp software which will create a separate Windows formatted partition on the hard drive to install Windows and the appropriate drivers. It will run Windows as fast or faster than a PC of equivalent specification. The only downside (aside from the cost) is that you cannot run the Mac OS and the Windows OS simultaneously. Users who wanted to use Access would have to shut down the Mac OS and reboot into Windows.
So basically you split/partition your MAC hard drive to create a spot to install Windows. So your computer end up having both OSs installed and you pick which one to run at startup.
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Remote Access Software
Another interesting option is to use remote access software, programs such as:
- Microsoft’s Remote Desktop
- TeamViewer
- etc…
to connect to a another computer. The remote access software simply transmits the image of the other computer’s screen image directly back to your local PC. So, you are in fact working directly on the other computer.
So, if you already have access to a Windows PC or server, you can use remote access software to connect to it and run your database.
CrossOver
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I recently came across a program called CrossOver which states:
Run Microsoft Windows software on your Mac without buying a Windows license, rebooting or using a virtual machine
I don’t know anything more about this product, but it sounds very interesting and may be worth further investigation. Furthermore, they offer a trial version so you can take it for a test drive.
Microsoft Query
If you simply need to access the data, but not interact with it (Add/Edit/Delete) and you have a copy of MS Office for MAC then you can use Microsoft Query to access the data via ODBC.
Known for being a database management program, Microsoft Access is designed to make it easier to use database-related web apps. Users can access them through SharePoint and select the type of template that they want. Once a template is chosen, Microsoft Access automatically creates a database structure, command interface and navigation. If the created template is not enough, users can add in new types of data and edit the template.
Features
In recent years, Microsoft has changed the program so that it is completely compatible with SharePoint. From the Welcome screen, users can easily make templates and collaborate with colleagues. All of the design features of Microsoft Access are designed to make it simple to collaborate online. It can also be used offline for local databases.
The changes to Microsoft Access now make it impossible to use Query designs like the pivot table and pivot chart. The Upsizing Wizard is gone as well. Many of these features were not used frequently in the 2010 version, so Microsoft decided to remove the tools instead of improving them.
The current version has an interface that is similar to the older one, but it has a sleeker design. This new interface uses the hotkeys and toolbar for data creation. Ultimately, the look of the apps will depend entirely on the chosen template. The main tools included in the app are the form, query and table. Additional menus offer access to features within Access and SharePoint.
Microsoft Access is made to make it easy to share a database with co-workers, friends and colleagues. While online, users are connected to SkyDrive for easy file sharing and editing. When disconnected from the cloud, it can be challenging to edit data offline. Once the user reconnects to the cloud, they have to upload any changes for the database to adjust.
How It Works
Many of the templates on Microsoft Access look like Outlook.com. The entire app is color coordinated to make it easier to find notifications and key menus. Even when working on a complex project, the program functions quickly and smoothly. It can be opened in a default web browser like Chrome, Internet Explorer and FireFox.
Pros
- Access lets you use SharePoint
- Simple to use
- Templates are easy to create
- Database and form developer can be simply modified
- Excel and Access 2010 files are easy to import in Access 2013.
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Cons
- The Upsizing Wizard and some query designs are gone
- Does not scale for multiple users
- Limited third-party options
- Slows down when the database or files are too large
- Does not focus extensively on traditional databases
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