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4. Software Overview
This chapter gives you an overview of the software programming
choices available and a quick reference to source codes examples
that can help you be better oriented to programming. After following
the instructions given in Chapter 2, it is hoped that you feel
comfortable enough to proceed further.
Programming choices for DAS cards: You may use Advantech
application software such as Advantech DLL driver. On the other
hand, advanced users are allowed another option for register-level
programming, although not recommended due to its laborious and
time-consuming nature.
4.1 Programming Choices
DLL Driver
The Advantech DLL Drivers software is included on the companion
CD-ROM at no extra charge. It also comes with all the Advantech
DAS cards. Advantech’s DLL driver features a complete I/O function
library to help boost your application performance. The Advantech
DLL driver for Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP works seamlessly with
development tools such as Visual C++, Visual Basic, Borland C++
Builder and Borland Delphi.