Parallel processing involves dividing a large computer task into several smaller ones, and then working on each of the smaller tasks simultaneously. The goal of this divide-and-conquer approach is to complete the larger task in less time than it would have taken to do in one large chunk. Oracle Parallel Processing is the first book to describe the full range of parallel processing capabilities in the Oracle environment, which supports a number of parallel architectures, products, and features.
The book's organization lays the groundwork for successful Oracle parallel processing, with sections that outline the major implications of the technology and its details:
If you're managing a large database, a database with a large number of concurrent users, or a database with high availability requirements-such as a heavily trafficked e-commerce site--Oracle Parallel Processing will provide the ultimate knowledge needed to leverage Oracle8 and Oracle8i parallel processing features. As noted by Ken Jacobs, vice president of Product Strategy for Oracle Server Technologies, "The in-depth and comprehensive treatment of Oracle's parallel processing technology makes this book a keeper for every serious database professional."
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