In 4D Compiler, you have an option that allows you to merge your compiled database with a 4D Runtime Volume and create a stand-alone, executable application. These applications can then be distributed to your clients. Check out what the different versions of 4D Runtime can do for you.
A license for 4D Runtime 2004 Light Edition is included with 4th Dimension Developer Edition. 4D Runtime 2004 Light applications have unlimited distribution for the platform purchased. 4D Runtime 2004 Light applications display a 4th Dimension sponsorship message when a user quits the application. 4th Dimension sponsorship message when a user quits the application. 4D Runtime 2004 Light is ideal for those applications that require limited database activity or read-only databases such as catalogs.
Many companies want to distribute catalogs on CDs. 4D Runtime 2004 Light offers such companies an economical way of distributing their products. All that needs to be purchased is the 4th Dimension Developer Edition for the required distribution platform. There is no limit on the volume of distribution and there is no time limit on the distribution license.
Some applications require limited or no database capabilities. An example is the eBay Web Services Client example database distributed by 4D. 4D Runtime 2004 Light is the perfect way to distribute such applications. All that needs to be purchased is the 4th Dimension Developer Edition for the required distribution platform. Applications have unlimited distribution for the platform purchased. In addition, there is no time limit on the distribution license.
4D Runtime 2004 Sponsored Edition is designed for low-cost applications that require the power of a full database engine. 4D Runtime 2004 Sponsored Edition offers a cross-platform engine (Windows and Macintosh) that allows the resultant compiled and merged application to have unlimited distribution. A 4th Dimension sponsorship message is displayed when a user quits the application.
4D Runtime 2004 Professional Edition is designed for professional applications that require the power of a full database engine. 4D Runtime 2004 Professional Edition offers a cross-platform engine (Windows and Macintosh) that allows the resultant compiled and merged application to be distributed up to 1000 seats. Additional 1000-seat purchases can be made as needed. There is no time limit on the distribution of the seats.
Developers who distribute professional database applications with volumes that are much higher than 1000 seats should contact the 4D UK office.
* 4D Runtime Volume is called 4D Engine in 4D versions prior to 4D 2004.
MacOS:
G3 or better processor
Mac OS 9.2.2 (requires CarbonLib 1.4 or above, CarbonLib 1.6 recommended)
Mac OS v10.1.x
64 MB RAM minimum (128 MB recommended)
800 X 600 monitor resolution
Windows
Pentium II minimum
Windows 98, Windows NT 4, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP.
64 MB RAM (128 MB recommended)
800 X 600 monitor resolution