32-Bit Architecture

Microsoft Access' 32-Bit Architecture allows you to take full advantage of Windows' multi-tasking capabilities.  This means that IOA can keep working in the background while you switch gears to complete a memo, spreadsheet or other document on the same computer.  It also means that IOA allows other programs to keep running normally (calculating, printing or downloading for example) while you are immediately focused on your accounting.  Beware: some Windows applications do not allow this capability.