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Tech Tip: Reminder about switching between Legacy and New Network Layers when using Encrypted Client Connections
PRODUCT: 4D | VERSION: 17 | PLATFORM: Mac & Win
Published On: September 15, 2020

When switching between the Legacy and the New Network Layer, if you are using Encrypted Client-Server Communications, it is important to remember that the connections string used for connecting 4D Client to 4D Server is different which can affect saved connections within 4DLink files including Recent Items.

Specifically, when using the Legacy Network Layer with Encrypted Client-Server Communication, the database name in the connection string is prefixed with a circumflex (^) to signify that it is encrypted. However, when using the New Network Layer the circumflex is not required and in fact may cause connection issues.

It is therefore important to remember to reconnect manually and regenerate any saved connections.