DataBlade是可以对关系数据库进行扩展,并可管理新型数据的软件。为满足支持特殊数据类型的需要,DataBlade部件加入了特殊领域的专门技术和关键特性,它可以直接加入到数据库中,在数据库中定义新的数据类型和功能。Informix客户可以同时应用一个或多个DataBlade部件,为他们的业务需求创建独一无二的信息管理方案。用户可以选择来自Informix或第三方的DataBlade软件包,也可以定义并建立自己专有的DataBlade。 DataBlade is software that can extend relational databases and manage new data. To meet the needs of supporting specific data types, DataBlade components incorporate special areas of expertise and key features that can be directly added to the database to define new data types and functions in the database. Informix customers can apply one or more DataBlade components at the same time to create a unique information management solution for their business needs. Users can select DataBlade packages from Informix or third parties, or define and build their own proprietary DataBlades.