How Is DataDirect Connect for JDBC Different?

DataDirect JDBC drivers provide the following advantages over other JDBC drivers:

• The only Type 5, database-independent JDBC driver for all major databases - Oracle, DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, and Informix.
• Support for cloud data sources such as Salesforce.com
• 100% database-independent - no vendor-specific proprietary extensions.
• The only Type 5 JDBC driver that supports Windows authentication for Microsoft SQL Server with an implementation that does not require loading external shared libraries (DLLs on Windows); DataDirect has a patent pending on this new exciting technology.
• The only JDBC driver to offer distributed transaction support across all major databases.
• Includes a JDBC Software Developer's Kit (SDK) that provides tools for troubleshooting and debugging your JDBC applications.
• Certified under Sun Microsystems' J2EE Compatibility Test Suite (CTS).
• Best performance and scalability in the market as measured by SPECjAppServer2002.
• Award-winning 24x7 technical support to ensure rapid response to customer concerns (see the SupportLink website for more information).
• DataDirect works closely with Oracle, IBM, Microsoft, Sybase, and other database vendors. This allows DataDirect early access to new database versions, insight into product and architectural direction, and to be the first to market with support for new database releases.