Re: data files - How big?

typo: 800mb is 800gb. it would be tuf to fit a 10gb datafile in a 800mb db.

>>> Gsais_at_co.palm-beach.fl.us 06/01/01 04:03PM >>>
IMHO, it depends on the database sizing requirements. I have a 1gb db and the datafiles range in size from 100mb to 2gb. On the other hand, I have a 800mb db and the datafiles range in size from 100mb to 10gb. The larger datafiles are used for our images tablespace (~500gb). 50 x 10gb datafiles is reasonable for a 500gb tablespace.  I couldn't imagine 250 x 2gb datafiles. I like to keep my tablespaces at least 30% free. It helps me sleep at night :). As for software/hardware not supporting >2gb filesize, time to upgrade or replace.

Gene

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