Client/Server applications, as the name suggests, have both a server as well as a client component. In such applications, even though a majority of the code can reside on the server, some part of the code resides on the client side as well (hence the name ‘fat client’). Client/Server technology is primarily used for the development of business solutions and even though web based applications are fast gaining in popularity, client/server applications are still ubiquitous.

The biggest advantage of this technology is that it enables developers to design quite complex and intricate user interfaces. As part of the processing can be done on the client side, users might find client/server applications more responsive compared to web based applications. Customers generally opt for client/server technology when the number of users is limited and fairly constant.

The more popular technologies for developing client/server applications are Visual Basic, Java and PowerBuilder. At SEARSSOFT we possess the expertise to develop client/server solutions using different technologies and platforms that best suit your requirements and existing infrastructure.