winexec() MS Windows FE Only!

Executes a program on the workstation where the Windows® front-end runs and returns immediately.

Syntax

Important: This feature is deprecated, its use is discouraged although not prohibited.
winexec(
   command STRING )
  RETURNS INTEGER
  1. command is the command to be executed on the front-end.

Usage

The function executes the program on the Windows front end and returns the control to the program without waiting.

Note: The function must be called after the front-end connection has been established. Do not use this function when using another front-end as the Genero Desktop Client (GDC).