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Interacting with data sources
ColdFusion applications can interact with any database that supports a JDBC technology-based
driver. A JDBC technology-based driver uses an Application Programming Language (API) to
execute SQL statements to databases on most platforms. However, ColdFusion is not limited to
JDBC data sources. You can also interact with existing Open Database connectivity (ODBC)
data sources by using ODBC Socket, a driver that interacts with an existing ODBC driver.
Development tools
While you can code your ColdFusion application with NotePad or any HTML editor,
Macromedia recommends that you build your applications using Macromedia Dreamweaver
MX. Dreamweaver MX offers features and wizards that enhance ColdFusion development. For
more information about Dreamweaver MX, see
Environment," on page
The ColdFusion MX Administrator
You use the ColdFusion MX Administrator to configure and maintain the ColdFusion
application server. It is a web-based application that you can access using any web browser, from
any computer with an Internet connection.
You can manage the following configuration options with the ColdFusion MX Administrator:
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ColdFusion data sources
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Debugging output
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Server settings
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Application security
For further details about the ColdFusion MX Administrator, see Installing and Using ColdFusion
MX or Configuring and Administering ColdFusion MX.
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Chapter 4, "Configuring Your Development
What is ColdFusion MX?
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