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Use the free BDE installer only if you are maintaining an existing application. For new development in RAD Studio 10.2 Tokyo, avoid the BDE entirely and use FireDAC. Conclusion The myth that you cannot run BDE-based Delphi or C++ Builder applications on RAD Studio 10.2 Tokyo is false. With the free BDE installer for RAD Studio Delphi C++ Builder 10.2 Tokyo , you can restore full BDE functionality in under 5 minutes. The installer is legally available from Embarcadero archives, community mirrors, and even the original Tokyo ISO. bde installer for rad studio delphi c builder 102 tokyo free
Just remember: the BDE is a legacy tech. Use it to bridge the gap while planning a migration to modern data access technologies. Have questions about the BDE installer