Installing SQL

You must have SQL installed to take advantage of server translation memory (TM) and termbases in Lingo. SQLite and SQL Express are the types of SQL supported.

SQLite (Local)

SQLite is a self-contained relational database system that is in the public domain. In Lingo, SQLite is intended for local TM databases and termbases, not those that reside on an external server. SQLite is easier and faster, just not quite as robust as SQL Express.

SQLite is automatically installed during the process of installing Lingo. For more information about this database system, see www.sqlite.org.

By default, the location for SQLite databases is in “Documents\Lingo Translation Memories” on your computer. However, you can choose a different location if you like.

SQL Server Express (Server)

SQL Server Express is designed to be used on a server with Lingo. To download and install the latest version of SQL Server Express, go to http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/.

When installing SQL Server Express, it is recommended that you accept the default settings as you move through the installation wizard. If you want to explore any of the alternative options, please refer to the documentation provided with Microsoft SQL Server Express.