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HCL Zen Edge Data Management

HCL Zen Edge Data Management
Formerly Actian Zen

Overview

What is HCL Zen Edge Data Management?

Actian Zen is a versatile, fully ANSI SQL compliant embedded database that can be used on different operating systems like Android, iOS, Windows and macOS. The software provides up to 64TB table support as well as AES 256-bit encryption for VMs and Containers. It can be connected with multiple programming...

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Pricing

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Entry-level set up fee?

  • Setup fee optional
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Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

Starting price (does not include set up fee)

  • $100 one-time fee per installation
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Product Details

What is HCL Zen Edge Data Management?

Actian Zen is a versatile, fully ANSI SQL compliant embedded database that can be used on different operating systems like Android, iOS, Windows and macOS. The software provides up to 64TB table support as well as AES 256-bit encryption for VMs and Containers. It can be connected with multiple programming languages such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python Delphi or Basic and connect to any ODBC JDBC ASP Net source or destination.

Actian Zen comes in various versions ranging from client-only at 5MB footprint to the client-server SaaS-ready solution which has a footprint of up to 200MB. Actian Zen finds application in cloud-based deployment applications such as traditional client-server environments and IoT devices for use cases including time-series document storage and traditional RDBMS features. In addition, Actian Zen offers users the ability to defragment their databases without shutting down the engine while reads and writes continue operationally offering uninterrupted service during this critical task. Finally built-in analysis tools offer efficient identification of fragmented files enabling quick correction strategies of your data structure when needed leveraging efficiency gains overall.

HCL Zen Edge Data Management Features

  • Supported: SQL and NoSQL
  • Supported: Zero-DBA
  • Supported: 5 – 200MB footprint
  • Supported: Built-in AES-256-bit encryption
  • Supported: NO ETL between versions
  • Supported: ODBC/JDBC/.NET connectivity
  • Supported: Data tables up to 64TB
  • Supported: Optional Backup, Auditing, and Replication

HCL Zen Edge Data Management Screenshots

Screenshot of Actian Zen: Zero-Administration, Embeddable, Nano-Footprint Edge Data Management.Screenshot of Actian Zen Features Simplicity, Speed, Security, and Synchronization.Screenshot of Actian Zen: Zero-DBA, Embedded, Nano-footprint, Multi-Model, Multi-Platform.

HCL Zen Edge Data Management Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsWindows, Linux, Mac
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS, Android
Supported CountriesNorth America, Europe, Middle-East, Asia-Pacific, Japan, South America
Supported LanguagesEnglish, Japanese, Full Unicode character support.

Frequently Asked Questions

HCL Zen Edge Data Management (formerly Actian Zen) is a NoSQL and SQL (fully ANSI compliant) embedded database that runs on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS, macOS, in VMs and Containers with AES 256-bit encryption. Version footprints range from 5MB (client only) to 50 MB (embedded client-server) to 200MB (client-server, SaaS-ready) and support up to 64TB tables. NoETL between versions. Use C/C++/C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Delphi, or Basic and connect to any ODBC/JDBC, ASP.Net source or destination.

HCL Zen Edge Data Management starts at $100.

MySQL, SQLite, and Microsoft SQL Server are common alternatives for HCL Zen Edge Data Management.

The most common users of HCL Zen Edge Data Management are from Enterprises (1,001+ employees).

HCL Zen Edge Data Management Customer Size Distribution

Consumers0%
Small Businesses (1-50 employees)30%
Mid-Size Companies (51-500 employees)40%
Enterprises (more than 500 employees)30%
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Reviews

Community Insights

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Users of Actian Zen are finding that it is ideal software for an enterprise context where relational database needs are paramount. One key use case is data logging with web search capabilities, and analysis with large data sets in order to maintain ACID properties. This is particularly beneficial for mid-level companies that use Zen databases for their database maintenance. The ability to implement the SQL standard very well gives users the flexibility they need to pull information in different ways.

Another key use case where Zen databases really shine is in financial domain applications since Zen databases can easily handle maintaining transaction order. In addition, optimized queries and point in time recovery make this software even more beneficial. It is also compatible with both Mac OS and Windows, as well as cloud platforms like Heroku, which makes database management exponentially easier. The capability to have multiple applications talk to the server level without having users directly inside of one is a major convenience that many users appreciate. Finally, users are able to participate in the community where they can share inconveniences and bugs, making the overall experience as pain-free as possible.

Speed and flexibility: Several users have praised Actian Zen's speed and flexibility, allowing for various access methods to their data. Users found it impressive that low-level API calls and high-level SQL scripting access could be used simultaneously on the same data.

Low maintenance requirements: Many reviewers appreciated Actian Zen's minimal management requirements, which allowed them to set it up easily and let it run without much intervention. This made Actian Zen a reliable database solution with fault tolerance, making it perfect for performing complex operations while handling data integrity with ease.

Relational database features: Multiple users loved how Actian Zen provided powerful features for managing and transforming data as a relational database. Furthermore, they were able to manage versions with ease while also integrating well with other tools in their arsenal.

Difficult Replication: Some users have found Actian Zen's data replication to another live server difficult and believe that the software needs improvement in this area.

Limited Functionality GUI: Users feel that the GUI is not great and lacks functionality, which leads them to write queries even for small tasks.

PSQL Support Issues: Several users have faced challenges with PSQL as some applications do not support it well, leading to unexpected syntax limitations.

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