Bulk Data Loading Architectures for Exadata

There are two main ways to get bulk data into Oracle Exadata: load it directly through an integration server like GoldenGate, or stage files first and load them with external tables or SQL*Loader. This post compares the four staging options (ACFS, DBFS, SAN, and NAS), covering how each works, its trade-offs, and how to choose between them.

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Oracle Database Fast Cloning Options for Databases on Supercluster

I had a question from one of my customers about the available fast cloning options for Oracle databases. This customer has a supercluster on the production site and another supercluster on the DR site. The client requirement is to be able to prepare a new Test/Dev database in minutes , not hours for their large … Continue reading Oracle Database Fast Cloning Options for Databases on Supercluster