Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Practice - Performing RMAN Backups - Part I (1 of 2)

This video tutorial covers the process of taking full backups using RMAN, including cold and hot backups, and managing backup files. It explains the importance of running the database in archive log mode for online backups and provides detailed steps for performing backups and analyzing command outputs. The tutorial also discusses the organization of backup files and enabling archive log mode in the ORADDB database.

What is the first step before starting the backup practice on SRV one?

• Restore SRV one from the snapshot

• Delete old backups

• Create a new database

• Enable archive log mode

Why does the backup command fail when the database is in no archive log mode?

• The database is too large

• The RMAN tool is not installed

• The database is offline

• Backups cannot be taken online in no archive log mode

What mode must the database be in to take a cold backup?

• Shutdown mode

• Archive mode

• Mount mode

• Open mode

What is a potential benefit of using multiple channels during a backup operation?

• Simplified configuration

• Increased security

• Reduced storage space

• Faster backup operation

Where are the backup files saved according to the directory structure?

• Under the FRA location

• In the temp directory

• In the user home directory

• In the root directory

Why are temporary tablespace files not included in the backup?

• They are automatically backed up

• They are not needed for restoration

• They are encrypted

• They are too large

What must be enabled to take online backups?

• Multiple channels

• Cold backup mode

• Temporary tablespace

• Archive log mode