Multilingual database query system
A system which enables users to query databases established in a language other than their own, using their own language for both query and answer, has been developed by an ESPRIT project. The SPIRIT software tool was developed in a project under the "Technologies for business processes" domain of the European Community's specific RTD programme in the field of Information Technologies (ESPRIT). Currently, SPIRIT works in English, French and German. A Russian version is in the process of being developed. SPIRIT will break down barriers to information provision, as many databases which are only maintained in one local language will now be accessible to users from across Europe. The tool will, in particular, increase accessibility, since users will be able to make queries more accurately using their mother tongue.