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News
31 Jan 2023
Oracle officially supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux on OCI
Responding to user demand, Oracle struck a deal with Red Hat to make the latter's Enterprise Linux operating system an integral part of Oracle's multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2022
Oracle Cloud adds ZFS high availability, block provisioning
New storage additions such as Flexible Block Volumes and high availability for ZFS grow Oracle's cloud platform to compete against public cloud giants like AWS. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jan 2022
Dig into Oracle Cloud's Always Free offerings
Oracle's Always Free services let developers build and experiment with cloud-native apps without incurring costs. There are, however, important limitations to note. Continue Reading
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03 Nov 2021
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure gets an AI boost
The vendor added AI services to its public cloud. The prebuilt machine learning algorithms enable users to automate language, speech, vision, anomaly detection and forecasting. Continue Reading
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29 Oct 2021
Oracle Cloud VMware Solution simplifies cloud migration
Moving on-premises VMware VMs to the cloud doesn't have to be difficult. VMware and Oracle offer a managed deployment of VMware vSphere integrated into the Oracle Cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Aug 2021
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure targets devs and installed base
Though not the market leader, Oracle remains a feisty competitor in the competitive cloud computing market. Here are some added features and cost incentives introduced thus far. Continue Reading
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25 May 2021
Oracle's new Arm-based cloud instances target penny pinchers
Oracle enters the Arm-based processor market alongside other top-tier cloud providers to improve price-performance for cloud app development. Continue Reading
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Podcast
18 May 2021
In Oracle cloud migration, SaaS ERP not the only destination
John Ezzell, EVP of managed services provider BIAS Corp., shares key factors in deciding which ERP modules to move to SaaS and explains the benefits of the Oracle cloud stack. 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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News
23 Sep 2019
Oracle applications development EVP on Fusion, SaaS and what's ahead
Steve Miranda discusses lessons learned from Oracle Fusion Applications, SaaS, best-of-breed apps vs. suites and Oracle's application acquisition strategy. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Sep 2019
Oracle cloud ambitions follow decades of transition
The Oracle cloud strategy continues to evolve, with fresh emphasis placed on how its flagship database can help customers in the cloud. But the story truly begins decades ago. Continue Reading
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News
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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Tip
29 Mar 2019
Oracle cloud adoption and hybrid cloud adoption pros and cons
More businesses are adopting cloud systems or thinking about it. But cloud and hybrid cloud setups have pluses and minuses that Oracle users should be aware of. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Mar 2019
Oracle Digital Assistant unifies use of enterprise chatbots
With Oracle Digital Assistant, users are able to create digital assistants with multiple chatbots that handle different tasks to help increase worker productivity. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2019
Click-to-launch tools pull apps through Oracle Cloud Infrastructure marketplace
Oracle has made it easier for customers to choose and launch third-party software onto its cloud. Now, the question is whether more businesses will follow. Continue Reading
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News
04 Feb 2019
Rewards program provider taps Oracle IaaS for app migration
Oracle struggles in IaaS against AWS and Azure, but one Oracle cloud customer said its move there is a success, albeit within an overall multi-cloud strategy. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Dec 2018
The real Oracle cloud strategy that may work vs. AWS and Azure
Oracle's database software is at the heart of its efforts to move users to its cloud. And that strategy might work, despite Oracle's inauspicious standing in the cloud now. Continue Reading
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Podcast
05 Nov 2018
Oracle Cloud IaaS security gets superhero status from Ellison
TechTarget editors discuss security updates to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and company leader Larry Ellison's vivid depiction of cloud-borne cyberthreats and bots to counter them. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Nov 2018
What the 3 versions of Oracle Cloud at Customer offer users
Oracle's Cloud at Customer service lets users run its cloud technologies in their data centers. Here's what users get in the different versions of the managed service. 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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News
25 Oct 2018
Users look to Oracle Autonomous Database to lighten IT load
Early users are kicking the tires of Autonomous Database, attracted by Oracle's pledge that the cloud technology will automate database administration chores. Continue Reading
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News
23 Oct 2018
Updated Oracle Gen 2 Cloud aims to challenge cloud leaders
With enhancements to its Autonomous Database technology and cloud infrastructure security services, Oracle is trying to gain ground on Amazon and other cloud rivals. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Oct 2018
Oracle Mobile Cloud helps place privacy engine on cloud
For Virtual Artifacts, the decision to go with Oracle's cloud was tipped by Oracle Mobile Cloud and a related bot platform -- and the self-driving Autonomous Database. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Sep 2018
Breaking down AI-infused Oracle Autonomous Cloud services
Oracle offers a variety of AI-infused cloud services that it says will automate common administrative and operational tasks for users. Here's a look at what's available now. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
Oracle Autonomous Database Cloud gets transaction processing
Oracle launched a transaction processing version of Autonomous Database, a cloud-based platform that automates configuration and management of Oracle databases. Continue Reading
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Feature
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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Tip
02 Jul 2018
How Oracle DBA responsibilities change with Autonomous Database
Oracle's Autonomous Database automates basic tasks of database administrators. That may put some DBA jobs at risk, but many will shift to higher-level duties. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2018
Oracle 18c features give DBAs incremental database capabilities
Oracle Database 18c is really another version of 12c Release 2 with a different name. It doesn't contain major new features, but it does expand functionality in various areas. Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2018
Cloud workloads see gradual uptake, but miles to go for databases
A picture of steady but not rapid migration to the cloud by Oracle users emerged at Collaborate 18, with database vets saying it's wise to be selective on what to move. Continue Reading
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News
18 Apr 2018
Collaborate 18 to track progress of Oracle cloud database, apps
The Collaborate 18 conference will shine a light on Oracle cloud adoption and migration issues, and on the impact that such moves can have on the careers of DBAs and other IT professionals. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Mar 2018
Seven to-do items for managing an Oracle cloud migration
Migrating Oracle systems to the cloud is a big initiative for any organization. Make sure you put a solid migration plan in place to help ease the transition and keep it on track. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2018
Oracle sees Autonomous Database changing DBA roles for the good
The job duties of database administrators will likely change in organizations that use Oracle Autonomous Database Cloud, but in ways that are beneficial, according to Oracle. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jan 2018
Oracle Blockchain Cloud Service: What it is and what it does
Oracle's cloud-based blockchain service supports distributed transaction ledgers to boost data security and validation. Here's a look at the technology and its features. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2012
Excerpt: The key concepts of Oracle WebLogic server
The Oracle Weblogic server is great, but it's important to understand a few key concepts. Read this excerpt from Oracle WebLogic Server 11g Handbook by Sam R. Alapati to learn why. Continue Reading