Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Oracle Database Management Tools

This lecture covers various Oracle database management tools, including SQL Plus, SQL Developer, EM Express, and Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control. It explains the features, pros, and cons of each tool, and provides guidance on using SQL Plus commands. The lecture also discusses Oracle's Database Management Cloud Service and its benefits for managing databases both on-premises and in the cloud.

Which tool is most commonly used by DBAs to manage Oracle databases?

• EM Express

• Database Management Cloud Service

• SQL Plus

• SQL Developer

What is a key disadvantage of using SQL Plus?

• It is not supported by Oracle

• It lacks a graphical user interface

• It cannot run scripts

• It is not compatible with Oracle databases

What is SQL Developer primarily used for?

• Submitting SQL statements to the database

• Monitoring database performance

• Managing cloud services

• Running shell scripts

What feature does SQL CL offer that SQL Plus lacks?

• Command line interface

• Inline editor and command history

• Database monitoring

• Script execution

What is a limitation of EM Express?

• It is not web-based

• It can only monitor local databases

• It cannot manage multiple databases

• It requires a separate license

What is a requirement for using Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control?

• No license is needed

• It can only manage cloud databases

• A separate license is required

• It is free for all Oracle users

What is the primary function of the Database Management Cloud Service?

• To manage both on-premises and cloud databases

• To provide a command line interface

• To replace SQL Plus

• To offer free database management

What is a benefit of using third-party tools for Oracle databases?

• They are free to use

• They replace all Oracle tools

• They simplify monitoring and management

• They are officially supported by Oracle

What command is used to start SQL Plus?

• runplus

• beginplus

• sqlplus

• startsql

What is required to connect to an Oracle database as SYS?

• A regular user account

• No authentication is needed

• A third-party tool

• SYSDBA privileges