Question Database file

[QeeR]

How do I create an external file that would act as a database but without using sql or MS Access database files...

 

[picoflop]

In short words: You want database functionality, but no database?

What is with something like SQL Server Compact Edition? It's a clientside engine and no feee for redistributing.

 

[QeeR]

i am planning to create a simple dictionary that will have a searching abilities... and i also dont want any other program to be able to open the files where all the words are stored.. like in MS Access file etc.. and also encrypt the datas that can only be decrypt with the program that i have created.. I know that it is possible but dont exactly know how to program it.. and where can i find a tutorial about this type of program ... Also i am just a begineer