Chapter 3. Object Store, Directory, and Network Operations
Windows CE uses the Object Store for storing files, databases, and the registry (see Chapter 4). The Object Store uses RAM. This is limited to 256 MB in Windows CE 3.0, and 16 MB in earlier versions. Other devices can be used to store files and database, including storage cards (such as Compact Flash memory cards) and disk drives. Windows CE can also connect to resources on the network, either through a dialup/serial communications Remote Access Services (RAS) connection or a network device such as a NE2000 PCMCIA network card.
Unlike Windows NT/98/2000, Windows CE does not use drive letters (for example, "F:") for network connections or devices. Directories in the Object Store (for ...
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