title: How to Create a DDE Server
body: <p>I have an application that works as DDE client &amp; uses the data it receives to run few animations. This client is installed on Windows server 2012. I need to supply the DDE client application with few variables to run the animations properly.</p>
  
  <p>On the same machine I don't have Microsoft Office installed so I can't use Excel for this job. Any idea how can I create a DDE server that service the required data to the client.</p>
  
  <p>Searching in google has not resulted in clear tutorials on how to implement such this. I have very good programming skills in C/C++. However I need a guideline, recommended APIs, or clear tutorials.</p>
  
  <p>Edit: I need the server &amp; client applications to run on the same machine &amp; same OS. </p>
  
  <p>Thanks </p>