is a managed .NET Framework data provider used by developers to create client-side applications that communicate with Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Analysis Services . It allows applications to browse metadata and query analytical data stored in Analysis Services databases using protocols like XML for Analysis (XMLA). Key Specifications & Purpose

: The x64 version is required for 64-bit client applications and operating systems to ensure native performance and memory addressing. Functionality :

Acts as a bridge between .NET applications and multidimensional data sources via TCP/IP or HTTP. Where to Find and Install