Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Configuring Oracle Network Environment (Part 3 of 4)

The video tutorial explains how to test connections between client machines and database servers using Oracle's TNS Ping utility. It covers the utility's features, such as testing via port numbers and reading configurations from the TNS NAMES.ora file. The tutorial also introduces Oracle NET management tools like NET CA, LSNRCTL, and NET Mgr, detailing their capabilities in managing network configurations. Additionally, it discusses running NET CA in silent mode using response files for environments without a GUI.

What is the primary purpose of the TNS Ping utility?

• To test the network connection between a client and a database server

• To configure database security settings

• To manage database user accounts

• To optimize database performance

Which feature distinguishes TNS Ping from the traditional ping utility?

• It uses port numbers from the TNS NAMES dot Ora file

• It can test connections without a network

• It can only be used on Windows systems

• It requires a graphical user interface

Which tool is NOT mentioned as part of Oracle NET management?

• Oracle NET Configuration Assistant

• Listener Control Utility

• Oracle Enterprise Manager

• Oracle Database Manager

What is the purpose of the Oracle NET Manager?

• To monitor database performance

• To backup database files

• To manage network service names

• To create database tables

What can the NET CA utility NOT do?

• Create a new listener

• Reconfigure an existing listener

• Delete an existing listener

• Optimize database queries

What is required to run the NET CA utility in silent mode?

• A database backup

• A graphical user interface

• A response file

• An internet connection

What does configuring the allowable naming method in NET CA affect?

• The database backup schedule

• The directory path parameter in the sequel net dot Ora file

• The database storage capacity

• The user access permissions