Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Configuring Oracle Network Environment (Part 1 of 4)

The video tutorial covers the Oracle network environment, focusing on the Oracle NET listener, its role, and configuration. It explains the database connection cycle, including dynamic and static registration, and the connection establishment lifecycle. The tutorial also details Oracle NET configuration files and their importance in managing Oracle database connections.

What is the primary role of the Oracle NET listener?

• To store database files

• To receive and manage network connection requests

• To perform database backups

• To manage database transactions

Where is Oracle NET typically installed on the client side?

• Within the operating system

• In the cloud

• As a separate software package

• As part of the Oracle Database Client Software

What is the process of informing the listener about running database services called?

• Database configuration

• Database registration

• Database synchronization

• Database initialization

What is the Listener Registration Process responsible for in Oracle 19c?

• Database backup

• Database recovery

• Dynamic registration of databases

• Static registration of databases

Which method was the only option for registering a database in early Oracle releases?

• Automated registration

• Manual registration

• Static registration

• Dynamic registration

What must a client include in a connection request to the listener?

• Listener's email address

• IP address and subnet mask

• Host name, port number, and database service name

• Database username and password

What is a service handler in the context of Oracle databases?

• A dispatcher or dedicated server process

• A database backup tool

• A database administrator

• A network router

Which file is used to configure the Oracle listener?

• Config.ora

• TNS names.ora

• Sequel net.ora

• Listener.ora

What is the purpose of the TNS_ADMIN environment variable?

• To set the database administrator's email

• To manage database user accounts

• To specify the directory for NET configuration files

• To configure network security settings

Where are Oracle NET configuration files typically saved by default?

• Oracle HOME/NETWORK/ADMIN

• C:/Program Files/Oracle

• User's home directory

• In the cloud