How you use data often determines where you store it, which can create a bit of trouble down the line. For instance, you might store contact information in an Access database. If you want the same data available in Outlook, you could find yourself entering it again.

Fortunately, such double entry isn't necessary. In fact, many custom solutions transfer data from Outlook to Access and vice versa. Access expert Susan Harkins explains how to perform this task both manually and automatically.

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