Database Connections
You can connect to an existing database using the Server Explorer window of the Visual Database Tools. Once you do so, the databases hierarchy will show as nodes and files in Server Explorer. Depending on the database management system of the database you are connected to, you may be able to edit the data and data structure.
In This Section
How to: Connect to a Database from Server Explorer
How to: Create a SQL Server Database in Server Explorer
How to: Modify Database Connections
How to: Refresh a Database Connection in Server Explorer
How to: View Connection Properties
Reference
Add/Modify Connection Dialog Box (General)