DBS File Extension

What is DBS file?

DBS files are used for storing databases created with SQLBase.

What data DBS files store?

Files with DBS extension store database tables. How exactly the data is stored is determined by the software that uses the particular file. DBS files are typically generated based on a template file START.DBS.

What is a database?

Database can be defined as a set of information organized according to specific rules. DBS database files can contain various types of data and can be applied in various fields. Databases are commonly managed using SQL language. It can be used to modified database entries. SQL queries allow users to send queried to databases and change their structure.

How large can database files grow?

SQLBase versions before 8.1 limited DBS file to 2 gigabytes. 8.1 version no longer has this constraint and the only limitation is the hardware.

Programs which support DBS file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with DBS files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. DBS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 06/13/2022

How to open file with DBS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DBS files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to SQLBase Database Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the MySQL

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DBS files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install MySQL or one to the listed programs: SQL Anywhere, Navicat for MySQL, SQLBase. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download MySQL installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Oracle Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update MySQL to the latest version

You still cannot access DBS files although MySQL is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of MySQL installed, it may not support DBS format. The latest version of MySQL should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DBS files to MySQL

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DBS files with latest version of MySQL you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the DBS with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where MySQL is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DBS files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DBS extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DBS extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DBS is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DBS file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The DBS may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the DBS is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the DBS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the DBS file’s structure is intact

If the DBS file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the DBS file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the SQLBase Database Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle MySQL

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support DBS files. Close all running programs and try opening the DBS file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with SQLBase Database Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DBS files affecting older versions of given software.

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