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Oracle RAC and database clustering

• Migrate an Oracle RAC database to new servers with zero downtime

  Most organizations can't afford any downtime on their Oracle systems. Here's how to move RAC databases to new server nodes and still stay up and running in an Oracle cluster.  Continue Reading

• How to use services to balance Oracle RAC database workloads

  Database administrators can use Oracle's services mechanism to improve application performance and better manage clustered Oracle RAC databases. Expert Brian Peasland explains how.  Continue Reading

• Oracle RAC database: A guide to creating helpful services

  Oracle RAC database services provide benefits to the database architecture. See how you can use Oracle Listener and the srvctl utility to create these services.  Continue Reading

• Oracle Database Appliance: How much it really costs

  This column from consultant Eric Guyer breaks down the hardware and software costs of the Oracle Database Appliance, unveiled last week and targeted for smaller businesses.  Continue Reading

• Scaling an Oracle database: What is the best strategy for you?

  With the amount of data companies have to manage increasing, scaling an Oracle database is an inevitability. Here is a look at some proven database scalability strategies.  Continue Reading

• Understanding Oracle features and options

  Guru Don Burleson's guide to understanding the features and options in the various editions of the Oracle DBMS.  Continue Reading