Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Practice - Using Database Authentication Methods

This video tutorial covers authentication methods in Oracle databases, focusing on OS authentication and password file authentication. It demonstrates how administrative and non-administrative users can access the database using these methods. The tutorial includes practical steps for creating OS users, managing DBA and Opera group memberships, and handling password files. It also explains the behavior of the database when both authentication methods are used and highlights the importance of correct password management.

What is the outcome when both OS authentication and password file authentication are used?

What are the permissions required for the password file in the operating system?

What is the role of the OPS$ prefix when creating OS users for Oracle databases?

How does the database handle connections from OS users who are not part of administrative groups?