Get an overview of JDBC's architecture, then learn how to connect to a database and handle SQL queries and responses with PreparedStatements, transactions, connection pooling, and more.

SQL Server 2005's Type 4 JDBC driver provides database connectivity from a Java application. Though the driver class and connection URL are a bit different in this version, connectivity is a snap.

2000 Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) Driver. This technology, licensed through an agreement with MERANT DataDirect, enables users of the Java and J2EE platforms to integrate with SQL Server 2000.