RE: Oracle database consistency checks

1. Does Oracle perform such checks/repairs automatically?
   || yes
   
2. Are there any Oracle or third party tools to perform such checks?
   || don't know
   
3. Do I need them? I've never had a "broken chain" or "corrupt page" on Oracle. Am I just lucky or is this an example of a superior architecture?
   || don't think you need 'em. I've been doing this for a few years, and
   haven't seen any myself.
4. If such a problem would occur, what can I do except for a full restore?
   || look into the new built-ins for block dumping and repair. Mostly in
   8i....

hth.. Received on Mon Oct 09 2000 - 15:38:52 CDT