First Guide to SQL Anywhere Studio
PART 2. Getting Results with SQL Anywhere Studio

CHAPTER 4. Managing Databases with Sybase Central

About this chapter

This chapter introduces Sybase Central, the Sybase database management tool. It provides a brief introduction to using Sybase Central for managing database properties.

Detailed instructions on using Sybase Central are available in the Sybase Central online help. The online help is arranged as a set of how to windows leading you step by step through database management tasks. In addition, context sensitive Help is available to explain the different interface elements.

Before you begin

Java behavior may differ
This chapter describes the Windows version of Sybase Central, which requires Windows 95 or Windows NT. The Java Edition of Sybase Central has similar but not identical features.

  Sybase Central and database management
  Navigating the main Sybase Central window
  Adding a table to a database
  Viewing and editing procedures
  Managing users and groups
  Backing up a database using Sybase Central
  Using the Sybase Central online help