In the last two chapters, we have kept our Oracle databases moving forward by applying patches and performing upgrades, both vital tasks for the database administrator. Sometimes, applying patches is a reactive task to fix a problem. Most of the time, applying patches is a proactive endeavor. Upgrading your database is a way to keep current, maintain support, and enjoy new features that keep the database moving forward to support the infrastructure.
In this chapter, we will discuss capacity planning for the Oracle database. By itself, capacity planning does not impact your current environment. Rather, ...
