Oracle strategy and product roadmap
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15 Jan 2020
New Oracle Enterprise Manager release advances hybrid cloud
Oracle updates its Enterprise Manager platform to version 13.4, bringing new hybrid management capabilities to database users across on-premises and cloud deployments. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Nov 2019
Oracle Autonomous Database features free DBAs from routine tasks
Oracle Autonomous Database can automate routine administrative and operational tasks for DBAs and improve productivity, but migrating to the cloud has its share of issues. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
01 Oct 2019
Oracle OpenWorld 2019 coverage: Oracle seeks loftier cloud perch
This guide covers technology developments and other news from the Oracle OpenWorld 2019 conference, plus key trends for Oracle cloud, database and application users. Continue Reading
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04 Sep 2019
Oracle and Microsoft expand OCI, Azure cloud connections
The multi-cloud capabilities offered by Oracle and Microsoft are now available in the U.K. via a link between the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and Azure platforms. Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2019
How Oracle RPA systems can automate business tasks for users
Robotic process automation software can be integrated into Oracle environments to help strengthen business operations by augmenting workers with software robots. Continue Reading
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25 Jun 2019
Oracle Analytics Cloud update unifies BI products, pricing
Oracle Analytics Cloud now offers a consistent UI and all-in-one pricing for Oracle's analytics tools. But an on-premises BI update is also on the way for cloud holdouts. Continue Reading
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13 Mar 2019
Oracle 19c database software promises stability, compatibility
Oracle Database 19c offers automatic indexing and support for external data partitions but carries upgrade issues like apps certification and index creation agreement. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2019
First take on Oracle 19c: 6 useful enhancements for DBAs
Database administrator Brian Peasland lists some of the new and updated features coming in Oracle Database 19c that he thinks will be beneficial to Oracle users. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2019
Future of Oracle centers on the cloud, AI and automation
Oracle deepened its embrace of cloud computing, AI software and IT automation tools in 2018. What can users expect from it in 2019? More of the same, most likely. Continue Reading
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27 Dec 2018
Key new features coming in Oracle Database 19c
With Oracle Database 19c, Oracle is aiming to boost the stability of its flagship software's latest generation. But 19c also offers DBAs a variety of added features. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
30 Oct 2018
Oracle OpenWorld 2018 news, trends and analysis
At its OpenWorld 2018 conference, Oracle tried to position its cloud platform as well-suited for enterprise uses. This guide compiles coverage of key developments from the event. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2018
The future of SPARC/Solaris is cloudy -- in multiple ways
Cutbacks by Oracle have put the future of SPARC and Solaris in doubt, but the vendor says it's still committed to the technologies as part of its enterprise cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2015
Oracle Database 12c relational database management system overview
Oracle Database 12c delivers strong performance for mission-critical workloads, with features and functionality for diverse processing needs and requirements. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2014
Oracle WebCenter emancipates users and processes at Faribault Foods
After comparing Oracle WebCenter with OpenText, Faribault Foods chose Oracle document management because of its feature set and ecosystem. Continue Reading
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18 Dec 2012
Oracle revenue up 3%, but hardware continues slide
Oracle revenue was up in the most recent fiscal quarter, but Oracle hardware revenue continued a trend of double-digit declines compared to the same fiscal quarter last year. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Oct 2012
Oracle Unlimited License Agreement (ULA)
An Oracle Unlimited License Agreement (ULA) is an arrangement in which an enterprise pays a single up-front fee to get as many licenses as they want for a specified set of Oracle products over a fixed time frame. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2011
Oracle CFO Jeff Epstein resigns; position has seen turnover
The announcement that Oracle CFO Jeff Epstein was resigning is indicative of the flux Oracle has seen at the CFO position in the last 8 years. Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2011
Are Oracle Exadata and Exalogic selling?
Oracle executives touted the successes of Exadata and Exalogic during its recent quarterly earnings call. But what is the truth? Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2011
Oracle with new 5 terabyte Sun StorageTek tape drive
Oracle on Monday announced a 5TB tape drive called the T10000C. It signals Oracle's commitment to developing tape storage through its Sun StorageTek brand, and continues the company's desire to push its chip-to-application stack on enterprises. Continue Reading
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09 Nov 2010
Oracle Enterprise Manager improves, still far from Big Four
Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center 11g now includes management tools for Sun products, but one analyst says Enterprise Manager is too Oracle-centric to be a big player in systems management. Continue Reading
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19 Oct 2010
Oracle cloud computing application solutions get second look from some
While Oracle cloud computing may not be for everyone, interest is slowly growing as Oracle and other vendors offer a variety of solutions for safely deploying applications in the cloud. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2010
Oracle Beehive collaboration software to be rolled into WebCenter
Oracle Beehive made a big splash at OpenWorld 2008, where company officials billed it as integrated collaboration software meant to compete with Exchange, Lotus and SharePoint. But the buzz is done buzzing. Continue Reading
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04 Oct 2010
Oracle CEO Larry Ellison attacks HP over CEO hire
Oracle CEO Larry Ellison has criticized Hewlett-Packard (HP), this time over the company's hiring of former SAP CEO Leo Apotheker as its new CEO Continue Reading
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20 Sep 2010
Oracle Openworld 2010 Special Report
This special report is your guide to Oracle OpenWorld 2010, the biggest annual conference for users of Oracle database and applications technology worldwide. Continue Reading
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09 Sep 2010
Oracle upgrades Sun Solaris 10
Oracle has new upgrade to Sun Solaris 10 with many features geared to integrate better with other Oracle products. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2010
Oracle MySQL users have little loyalty to Oracle
Six months after the Oracle-Sun deal, end users say it’s too early to say where Oracle MySQL is going. But one thing is certain: If it goes nowhere, they’ll quickly go elsewhere. Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2010
Leaked memo suggests death of Oracle OpenSolaris, some say
A recently leaked internal Oracle memo has some OpenSolaris fans saying it means the death of OpenSolaris, but not all Solaris users are feeling so glum. Continue Reading
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27 Jul 2010
How big is Oracle’s acquisition budget, really?
Oracle president Charles Phillips said the company could spend $70 billion on acquisitions in the next five years. The next day, a company spokeswoman said that wasn’t the case. So what’s going on? Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2010
Oracle VM machine promised
Charles Phillips telegraphs plans for Oracle unified data center server to take on Cisco and HP. Continue Reading
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20 May 2010
Are Oracle unlimited license agreements really unlimited?
Oracle’s unlimited license agreements have grown in popularity, but end users should pay close attention to the details rather than assuming that “unlimited” means unlimited. Continue Reading
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11 May 2010
New Toad tool offers Oracle database development with Visual Studio
Quest has released Toad Extension for Visual studio, a new database schema provider to improve Oracle database development. Continue Reading
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06 May 2010
Oracle support hikes irk Sun shops
Oracle's new, pricier hardware support policy will spur defections from Sun Microsystems gear, IT shops say. Continue Reading
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03 May 2010
Oracle VM not half bad, users say
It's no VMware vSphere, but Oracle VM shows some promise and can promote better resource utilization for smaller Oracle applications. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2010
Green computing virtualization initiatives need assessment, planning
Green computing virtualization initiatives can work, but building a virtualization software strategy in an Oracle shop demands a careful assessment of the existing infrastructure. Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2010
Oracle licensing, support on VMware still a hindrance
Database pros say Oracle’s licensing and support policies for Oracle on VMware are still a pain point, mainly because Oracle considers VMware to be “soft partitioning.” Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2010
Oracle one-ups VMware with Java virtualization
WebLogic can now run a Java Virtual Machine without a guest operating system, but – surprise, surprise -- it's supported only on Oracle VM. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2010
Oracle users in wait-and-see mode with Oracle's stack computing strategy
Oracle continued to press its stack message of integrated applications, middleware, database and hardware, but some Collaborate attendees have heard it before. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2010
Oracle updates, reaffirms commitment to MySQL
Speaking to a gathering of open source database users, Oracle's chief architect said the company remains committed to MySQL. Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2010
OpenSolaris on System z mainframe hangs in the balance
The future of OpenSolaris on the IBM System z mainframe, a perennially niche platform, is tentative given Oracle's acquisition of Sun Microsystems. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2010
Sun acquisition brings more Oracle virtualization options
Now that the Sun acquisition is complete, the Oracle virtualization roadmap is taking shape. The focus will be on integrated management and converged hardware and software. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2010
Oracle's Ellison sees success in Java-based middleware
CEO Ellison says success capitalizing on Java will hinge on overall success in middleware. Early take: Oracle will now feature both enterprise and lightweight middleware lines. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2010
Oracle's pledges to support Sparc, Solaris
Oracle has pledged continued investment in Sparc and Solaris, though the company's x86 plans remain a concern. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2010
Oracle pledges to continue Sun’s open source storage and tape products
Following European Union approval of its $7.4 billion deal to buy the company, Oracle says it intends to continue selling Sun’s enterprise data storage hardware. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2010
Oracle-Sun combo sparks VAR anxiety
Oracle will take Sun's biggest 4,000 accounts direct, claiming customers want hardware, software and support from one vendor. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2010
Oracle-Sun virtualization plans come into focus
Oracle-Sun Microsystems executives discussed the future of Oracle VM, Sun VirtualBox and other virtualization products. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2009
Oracle OpenWorld 2009 Special Report
This special report is your guide to Oracle OpenWorld 2009, the biggest annual conference for users of Oracle database and applications technology worldwide. Continue Reading