Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Using Table Compression (Part 2 of 2)

The lecture covers advanced compression techniques in Oracle databases, focusing on the mechanism of data compression when the BCT free limit is reached. It highlights the advantages of advanced compression over basic compression, such as its compatibility with regular insert statements and potential performance gains. Licensing requirements for advanced compression are discussed, along with implementation steps and methods to retrieve compression information. The lecture also introduces Oracle Hybrid Columnar Compression, noting its efficiency and hardware-specific availability. The session concludes with a summary of key points and a brief mention of upcoming practice lectures.

How can one obtain information about the compression in existing tables?

What is the impact of enabling compression on existing rows in a table?

What is Oracle Hybrid Columnar Compression and what are its benefits?