Oracle 8i Administration and Management

Michael R Ault

ISBN 10: 0471354538 / ISBN 13: 9780471354536

Published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd, 1999

About this Item

This text explains the best methods of managing Oracle 7 and 8 databases, with reference to features of version 8i. It contains tips, techniques and software tools which cover the running of an Oracle database, including: installing, monitoring, trouble-shooting, and using Oracle object extensions.

Seller Inventory # CIN0471354538A

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Oracle 8i Administration and Management
• Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471354538
• ISBN 13: 9780471354536
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fair

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Synopsis

If you rely on instant access to critical information on an Oracle database, then you must become familiar with every aspect of this system. From the initial installation and day-to-day maintenance to critical backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures, this completely updated book and CD-ROM provide you with the necessary tools to run a fast, efficient, and reliable Oracle database. The book is loaded with practical case examples and real-world scenarios. With its in-depth coverage of Oracle8i, you'll discover new object-oriented extensions that allow real-world modeling using the power of the relational engine. The book covers all new Oracle8i commands, packages, and database features, including the management of resource plans, temporary tables, locally managed tablespaces, and row-level security, along with from-the-trenches coverage of earlier versions of Oracle.

Packed with tips and techniques, this book will help you:
* Administer the Oracle database using system features and third-party tools
* Administer database subjects
* Setup and administer users
* Use racle-provided packages, procedures, and utilities
* Monitor the database and fix any problems
* Tune the database for optimum efficiency
* Manage distributed databases
* Use the latest Oracle8i object extensions

The CD-ROM includes:
* All of the scripts from the book
* Lite and demo versions of administration software
* Useful management aids

Michael Ault (Alpharetta, GA) is a senior consultant for DMR Consulting Group, where he is the Associate Director for the Oracle Practice. He is also the systems operator for RevealNet's DBAPipeline forum. His articles appear regularly in Oracle Internals and Select.

About the Author

MICHAEL AULT is the Corporate Technical Officer of DBMentors International, which he founded after 4 years as the Associate Director for the Oracle Practice at DMR Consulting Group. He is also the systems operator for RevealNet's DBAPipeline forum. His articles appear regularly in Oracle Internals and Select.