There is an offline copy of DB Version 2 floating around that can be installed via a simple disk. Obviously Alex wont be happy to hear that but someone was bound to crack it sooner or later. God knows how they've done it but they have. Some IT guys may have an idea but the point is it works. It doesnt update at all but to be honest it really is hardly any different to the Online version. Most people I know at GS use both. Offline when there's a severe lack of internet i.e at groundschool during the day.
Just on the off chance Alex reads this....If it's any consolation 99% of us also have paid for online login's to use to online DB when at home and during exam week.
FS
