Oracle8 For Dummies


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Oracle is one of the most powerful, most sophisticated databases around. But let's face it -- the accompanying manuals leave something to be desired. Fortunately, with Oracle8 For Dummies, you can get up to speed quickly with the latest version of this top database program. Professional Oracle database administrator Carol McCullough covers all the essential topics, including Using SQL Worksheet, a utility that uses industry-standard SQL (Standard Query Language) to let you get at your data, wherever it may reside Working with a diagram to make sense of an existing database or to make your own new database sensible from the get-go Thinking in terms of objects and realizing their relational potential for your data Creating tables and controlling security and data sharing Generating precise, useful reports that transform mere data into valuable information Optimizing Oracle8 and your SQL programs for quick, as well as accurate, results Plus, Oracle8 For Dummies comes complete with a bonus Windows NT 4 CD-ROM containing a sample database along with sample scripts to experiment with and adapt for your own projects.




Oracle 8


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Oracle8i For Dummies?


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"Cheat Sheet" included with Example SQL Commands Discover How to Make the Most of Oracle8i's Powerful New Java Features An essential tool for e-commerce, Oracle8i is the first relational database to integrate Java programs, Web sites, and Internet content. In Oracle8i™ For Dummies®, author Carol McCullough-Dieter takes the complexity out of the program's new features and saves you time with expert tips, sample SQL code, and real-world advice. Whether you're upgrading or just starting out, this guide provides a clear and practical road map that will put Oracle8i to work for you. Valuable Bonus CD Includes: Toad: Trial version of SQL editing tool for serious Oracle developers from Quest Software. HomeSite 4.0: Evaluation version of popular tool to create Web pages. ColdFusion Studio 4.0 for Windows: Evaluation version of award-winning cross-platform Web application server. Shareware programs are fully functional, free trial versions of copyrighted programs. If you like particular programs, register with their authors for a nominal fee and receive licenses, enhanced versions, and technical support. Freeware programs are free, copyrighted games, applications, and utilities. You can copy them to as many PCs as you like—free—but they have no technical support. System Requirements: 486 or faster PC running Windows 95 or later or running Unix OS, or Windows NT 4.0 or later; 16MB RAM; CD-ROM drive double-speed (2X) or faster; Internet connection (14,400 bps or faster modem, or network-regular access charges apply). Inside, find helpful advice on how to: Simplify tasks with the new Enterprise Manager toolset Grasp the new methodology of object SQL Deliver HTML documents over the Web with the Java Virtual Machine Turbocharge your database with helpful query shortcuts Decipher object types, nested tables, and arrays Uncover the secrets of well-designed databases




ORACLE 8 A BEGINNERS GUIDE


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Oracle 11g For Dummies


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Are you a seasoned system administrator charged with setting up an Oracle database? Or did you suddenly become a DBA by default? If database administration with Oracle is part of your job, you’ll be glad to have Oracle 11g For Dummies in your cubicle. This nuts-and-bolts guide walks you through the mysteries of Oracle and database administration. You’ll learn how to understand Oracle database architecture, set up and manage an Oracle database, and keep it running in tiptop form. Oracle 11g For Dummies covers: The building blocks behind the database engine as well as Oracle’s physical and logical structures Hardware, software, system, and storage requirements for implementation How to recognize and accommodate the differences between Oracle installations on Windows and on Linux/UNIX Daily and intermittent tasks necessary to keep your database running properly How to assess potential threats to your database, configure Oracle Recovery Manager, and set up backup and recovery procedures When to use online, offline, controlfile, and archivelog backups Troubleshooting methodology and how to use Oracle database logs and other diagnostic utilities Different ways to manage your database How to automate jobs with the Oracle Scheduler Using SQL in Oracle, and a great deal more Completely up to date for the newest release of Oracle, Oracle 11g For Dummies will give you both the information and the confidence to set up and maintain an Oracle database for your organization.




Oracle8 Bible


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The Oracle8 Bible is a comprehensive guide to the Oracle8 Enterprise Package. It supplies in-depth coverage of the latest Oracle8 tools as well as various commands and techniques for effectively managing and delivering large amounts of data with Oracle8. Using step-by-step instructions and plenty of samples, author Carol McCullough-Dieter explains important topics such as Object-relational database design, data backup and recovery, auditing, and partitioning. Part introductory tour, part reference guide, the Oracle8 Bible is an essential resource for novice Oracle developers and veteran database administrators alike. The CD-ROM includes all the samples and SQL code in the book as well as a fully searchable version of Oracle8 Bible.




Oracle PL / SQL For Dummies


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Find tips for creating efficient PL/SQL code If you know a bit about SQL, this book will make PL/SQL programming painless! The Oracle has spoken—you need to get up to speed on PL/SQL programming, right? We predict it'll be a breeze with this book! You'll find out about code structures, best practices, and code naming standards, how to use conditions and loops, where to place PL/SQL code in system projects, ways to manipulate data, and more. Discover how to Write efficient, easy-to-maintain code Test and debug PL/SQL routines Integrate SQL and PL/SQL Apply PL/SQL best practices Use new features introduced in Oracle 9i and 10g




ORACLE 11G FOR DUMMIES


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Market_Desc: · IT workers in an Oracle environment and novice Oracle DBAs· IT decision-makers putting together an Oracle implementation or upgrade plan Special Features: · Oracle for Dummies is being completely rewritten for Version 11g of the Oracle database. New features include automatic memory tuning, fully automatic SQL tuning, automatic storage load balancing, and automatic diagnostic repository. About The Book: Oracle 11g For Dummies takes the complexity out of the Oracle database, helping IT workers, IT decision-makers, and DBAs work effectively in the Oracle environment.




Oracle 8 Black Book


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"Oracle8 Black Book" contains everything an Oracle professional needs to know about using the object-oriented features included in Oracle8. The CD-ROM contains a "lite" version of the Oracle Administrator program from RevealNet, Inc., tailored exclusively for this book.




Oracle 12c For Dummies


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Demystifying the power of the Oracle 12c database The Oracle database is the industry-leading relational database management system (RDMS) used from small companies to the world’s largest enterprises alike for their most critical business and analytical processing. Oracle 12c includes industry leading enhancements to enable cloud computing and empowers users to manage both Big Data and traditional data structures faster and cheaper than ever before. Oracle 12c For Dummies is the perfect guide for a novice database administrator or an Oracle DBA who is new to Oracle 12c. The book covers what you need to know about Oracle 12c architecture, software tools, and how to successfully manage Oracle databases in the real world. Highlights the important features of Oracle 12c Explains how to create, populate, protect, tune, and troubleshoot a new Oracle database Covers advanced Oracle 12c technologies including Oracle Multitenant—the "pluggable database" concept—as well as several other key changes in this release Make the most of Oracle 12c's improved efficiency, stronger security, and simplified management capabilities with Oracle 12c For Dummies.