Glossary

control file

A control file is a file where a database records the status of the physical structures within the database.

datafile

A datafile is an operating system file that describes the physical structure of a database.

glossary entry

Oracle RMAN (Oracle Recovery Manager) is an Oracle application that lets you back up, restore, and recover Oracle databases from a disaster. For more information about how to use Oracle RMAN, see the Oracle web site.

index

An index is a database component that lets you retrieve data from the database.

Oracle RAC

Oracle RAC (Real Application Cluster) is an application that provides you with clustering and high-availability protection for Oracle database environments. For more information about using Oracle RAC, see the Oracle web site.

redo log

A redo log is a file where Oracle databases records changes to the database.

schema object

A database schema defines the structure of a database.

tablespace

A tablespace is a database component where database management objects are stored.