Database Considerations in a Network Installation
In a standalone installation, OL Connect Search exists on the local machine and the individual user creates the search profiles they require. A standalone configuration is common when a single user performs searches. In most circumstances a standalone configuration offers better performance than a network installation. For optimal performance in a standalone configuration, Access databases are recommended.
In a network installation, OL Connect Search exists on a network and is accessible to the users on that network. A network installation is common when many users perform searches. SQL Server databases offer the best performance in network installations.