Oracle8 Tuning

From the Publisher: In today's world of mission-critical database systems, microseconds mean money. High-level performance tuning skills are in great demand. Oracle8 Tuning is packed full of these career-enhancing skills and carries the official endorsement of Oracle Corporation. Using actual application and technique examples from companies with precisely tuned and customized Oracle Server environments, four of the Oracle community's most respected experts show you how to become proactive in your Oracle tuning efforts; customize an Oracle database to fit your organization's mission-critical demands; use Oracle8's new tools and networking capabilities to create a smarter, more efficient database system; address the performance issues of all platforms, including Microsoft's Windows NT and Hewlett-Packard's HP/UX; tune I/O, memory, CPU power, security, and more for maximum performance; tailor your system with Oracle tools, such as Oracle Enterprise Manager, PL/SQL, and the Performance Pack; and Maintain optimal performance levels with tried-and-true tips on troubleshooting.