Can people who have Macs and PCs share the same Filemaker files?
Yes, FileMaker Pro version 2.0 and 2.1 allows you to share files between Macintosh and DOS/PC computers in two ways, file sharing and transferring. Generally, names of the files must use the correct extension, “.FM”, for consistent recognition by FileMaker in either case. I. File sharing -both Macs and PCs can open and use the same FileMaker Pro files simultaneously. Complete instructions for simultaneously sharing FileMaker Pro 2.0 files between Macs and PCs can be found in the FileMaker Pro for Windows Installation Guide. Here is a quick overview of the different methods: a. Files on an AppleShare server Access to the files on an AppleShare server can be accomplished through the Chooser on a Mac, and through appropriate network software, like PhoneNet Talk or AppleShare for Windows on a PC. b. Using the Network feature on a FileMaker Pro In the Open dialog box for FM Pro, there is an option to open a file through a network. This feature allows files to be stored on either a PC or a M
