I received SPSS Data Access Pack 7.1 with my SPSS Statistics Stand Grad Pack 23. When reading the disk, there is no folder for MAC, only for Linux, zLinux, pLinux, Solaris, Win32, Win64, and AIX. The CD cover shows available for MAC OS. The actual SPSS software downloaded ok from the CD and I.
There is no full replacement for Microsoft Access on the Mac. Possible options are:. LibreOffice, as suggested by others, contains the 'Base' module, which is more or less an incomplete clone of Microsoft Access. Depending on your use case, you might be missing many critical features. Even basic stuff like import/export is very limited in LibreOffice. LibreOffice on the Mac can not open Access databases. FileMaker is a very comprehensive database application that can do most things possible in Access.
It is, however, pretty expensive. Filemaker has the advantage of being available for Windows as well. Migrating from Access to Filemaker is not trivial, and you will have to recreate most forms etc. There are several websites that offer migrating Access databases to FileMaker for you for a fee.
If you want to share databases with others, you can use Filemaker server to do that. Bento is a low-cost and more intuitive database app from the same company as Filemaker. Again, you will need to recreate most of your database design, there is no direct import of Access databases. SQLite is a free, bare database engine included with Mac OS X. Most people will prefer using it with a graphical client like Base from Menial. SQLite is only an SQL engine, there are no forms or fancy user interfaces like in Access.
For reading Access databases, you can use. (Disclaimer: I am the developer of MDB Viewer). However, this app only allows you to read tables, and does not support queries or forms, or editing databases. In the documentation on my website I have compiled a more detailed list of, along with instructions how to migrate from Access. Neo Office is a full-featured set of office applications for Mac OS X. It was created almost ten yrs ago when there was no Open Office for Mac available.
Its offers a better alternative to the likes of OpenOffice & Libre Office. (Whatever they can do, Neo Office can do it more natively on a Mac).
Today's technology has come a long way in closing the divide between Windows and Mac applications, especially in the enterprise. However, a gap still exists for some and requires a bridge to move between computing environments. For Mac users, the stalwart tool has been the Microsoft Remote Desktop connection. Available now through the Mac App store, it allows users to remotely connect to a Windows desktop to access local files, applications, and network resources. Note: If you want to access Microsoft Remote Desktop on a newer Mac running macOS Sierra, check out instead. In order to get started with Microsoft Remote Desktop, you must begin by downloading it from the Mac App Store.
Click the blue 'App Store' icon in your dock. Or, you can download it from our sister site Download.com. Next, open the application by clicking through the grey 'Launchpad' icon and clicking on the Remote Desktop app icon. Or, you can use the searchlight feature by clicking the looking glass at the top right of your home screen, or by using the shortcut Command + Space Bar, and searching for 'Microsoft Remote Desktop.' Opening the app should look like this: If you think you'll be frequently using this remote desktop connection, now would be a good time to set it in your dock. Right click (control + click) on the icon, mouse over 'Options,' and click 'Keep in Dock.' This will keep you from having to look for the icon every time you need to use it.
At this point you'll need to enable remote access on your target PC. For a Windows 8 machine, the fastest way to get this done is to search for 'Allow remote access to your computer' and click on that when it comes up. You may need an administrator password to complete this step. Under the 'System Properties' box you should see 'Remote Desktop' and the button labeled 'Allow remote connections to this computer' should be selected.
Next, you'll need to select the users who will be able to be accessed through the remote desktop connection. Now, search for 'System' and click it when it appears. Turn off hibernation and sleep settings for the target PC, as you won't be able to access it remotely if it falls asleep. SEE: (Tech Pro Research) While still in 'System,' it's a good time to go ahead and get your full PC name if you don't already have it, as you'll need it to set up the connection. Click on 'Computer name, domain, and workgroup settings' to find the full PC name and write it down.
Enabling a Windows 7 computer is a little different, but you can find out how to do that. Head back to your Mac and click the 'New' button at the top left of the Microsoft Remote Desktop screen.
You'll be prompted to fill in quite a few fields. The first thing you'll need to input is the connection name. This is simply what you want to call the connection and it has no real bearing on the connection itself. For example, you could call it 'John's work computer,' or 'Jennifer's PC.' Next, you'll need to input the PC name (the one you wrote down from earlier), or the IP address so your Mac knows where to find your PC. The next line down allows you to configure a Gateway, which would let you connect to virtual desktops or session-based desktops that are on your company's network. Check with your network administrator to see if there is a gateway you are to use.
Credentials is where you will type in the domain, username, and password for the target PC so you can log in through the remote connection. Resolution, colors, and full screen mode are all personal preferences for how you want the remote desktop to launch on your machine. If you're not sure, start with the standard settings and go from there. If you want to configure peripheral devices for your remote desktop, you can find options for that under the middle tab, 'Session.' The first choice is a drop-down menu for sound. You can disable sound, have it play on the remote PC, or have it play on your Mac.
If you want to connect to an administrator session on a Windows server, click the box next to 'Connect to admin session.' The next option to 'Forward printing devices' will make your local printers available during your remote desktop session.
'Swap mouse buttons' will allow you to use left click commands with a right-click Mac mouse. The last tab at the top of the window is 'Redirection.' This is where you would choose a local folder you wanted to be available during your remote session. Click the '+' button, choose a name for the folder, and input the folder's path to have it available. When you are finished configuring your remote desktop, click the red close button at the top left of the dialog box and your new remote desktop will be added. To start a session with that desktop, simply double-click it to begin. If you want to edit, duplicate, export, or delete that remote connection, right-click (control + click) on the desktop name to access those options.
If you don't think Microsoft Remote Desktop is the option for you, here are some other options available at Download.com:. What do you think? Is there a better way to access your Windows applications? Tell us in the comments.