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Data replication software helps hospital network prepare for the worst

The UPMC health network faced several data replication software challenges when ramping up its disaster recovery site.
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Exadata: A first look at Oracle's entry into the appliance market

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Oracle database backup and recovery Get Started

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Oracle RMAN tutorial: Get started with database backup

Oracle Recovery Manager offers advantages over user-managed database backups. It's important to know the right commands to begin several different kinds of backups. Continue Reading
Oracle RMAN (Oracle Recovery Manager)

Oracle RMAN (Oracle Recovery Manager) is a utility built into Oracle databases to automate backup and recovery; it includes features not available in third-party backup tools. Continue Reading
hot backup (dynamic backup)

Hot data backups are the standard for most database backups, as users can stay online while they are performed. But the technology has risks, such as a performance impact. Continue Reading

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Oracle high availability tools help DBAs avoid unplanned downtime

High availability features are critical to reducing unplanned downtime on Oracle databases. Database manager Ashish Kumar Mehta shares the causes of downtime and how to resolve them. Continue Reading
Would you ever perform Oracle backups without RMAN?

While RMAN is typically used for Oracle backups, it is possible and sometimes necessary to use a different backup method. Continue Reading
Why does Oracle Recovery Manager matter for backup?

Oracle Recovery Manager not only handles underlying maintenance tasks, but increases database backup and recovery performance. Continue Reading

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Manage Oracle database backup and recovery

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How do I get started with Oracle backup scripts for RMAN?

Using Oracle Recovery Manager for database backup and restore? Explore the Oracle backup script and command process, with options for specific scripts. Continue Reading
Fight failures in Oracle EPM systems to maximize uptime, availability

There are lots of reasons for the failures that cause downtime in Oracle enterprise performance management systems. Consultant Eric Helmer offers tips on how to protect against them. Continue Reading
How to perform Oracle Flashback Transaction Queries

Read how Oracle Flashback Transaction Query can eliminate the need to use Log Miner to reconstruct database transactions. Continue Reading

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DBAs must master the art of database recovery management

Database administrators are usually concerned with backing up their databases. But they should spend more time focusing on database recovery as part of the backup process. Continue Reading
Don't rush into cloud databases without a well-grounded plan

As more companies move to the cloud, it's important for DBAs to know both the good and the bad about managing Oracle cloud database systems before they take the plunge and migrate. Continue Reading
For Oracle disaster recovery, check your physical standby databases

Database expert Michael Abbey explains what's needed to ensure that your Oracle physical standby databases are vetted and work properly. Continue Reading

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