Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Practice - Performing RMAN Backups - Part II

This video tutorial covers various techniques for taking backups using RMAN, focusing on control files, image copies, and the use of tags. It explains how to configure and manage backups in a non-CDB Oracle database environment, including the use of SQL Plus and RMAN commands. The tutorial also discusses the creation and management of backup sets, image copies, and snapshot control files, as well as the use of trace files for control file recovery. Key concepts include the automatic backup of control files, the use of tags in RMAN commands, and the management of backup locations and permissions.

What is the primary focus of the initial section on RMAN backups?

• Backing up control files with multiple options

• Taking backups of data files

• Using RMAN for database recovery

• Configuring RMAN settings

Which tool is used to view the control files configured in the database?

• RMAN Console

• Data Guard

• SQL Plus

• Oracle Enterprise Manager

What happens when the control file auto backup is enabled in RMAN?

• RMAN skips the control file backup

• RMAN automatically backs up the control file after a backup command

• RMAN requires manual intervention for control file backup

• RMAN only backs up data files

What is a snapshot control file in RMAN?

• A log file for backup operations

• A backup of the control file

• A temporary copy used during backup operations

• A permanent copy stored in FRA

What command can be used to list the sizes of image copies in the operating system?

• OS LS command

• SQL SELECT command

• RMAN LIST command

• RMAN SHOW command

How can tags be used in RMAN commands?

• To encrypt backup files

• To schedule automatic backups

• To compress backup data

• To identify specific backup sets or image copies

What is the significance of the tag option in RMAN commands?

• It compresses the backup data

• It helps in identifying and managing backups

• It is used for encryption

• It schedules the backup