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Oracle parameters and their descriptions

Here are some important Oracle parameters and information in the context of use with SAP applications. BACKGROUND_DUMP_DEST Path for alert log and background trace files COMPATIBLE Defines the Oracle version whose features can be used to the greatest extent As a rule, it must not be reset to an earlier release (see Note SAP 598470). A value with three parts (such as 10.2.0) rather than five parts (such as 10.2.0.2.0) is recommended to avoid changing the parameter as part of a patch set installation. If an ORA-00201 error occurs when you try to convert the value with five parts 10.2.0.2.0 to 10.2.0, you can leave the value 10.2.0.2.0 (independent of the patch set used). CONTROL_FILES Path and name of the control files that are used CONTROL_FILE_RECORD_KEEP_TIME Defines how many days historic data is retained in the control files Historic data is required by RMAN, for example. May cause control files to increase in size (see Note 904490) CORE_DUMP_DEST Path

Prevent Java installer and updater from offering bonus products

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Java installer and updater offers bonus products like browser toolbars, that are mostly useless and annoying (unless you love those toolbars adorning half of your browser real estate). Not only does it offer you those products, but marks them for installation by default. These guys know you don't want it, and make it slightly tricky to uncheck them. You have to click exactly on the check box; usual UI should allow it even when you click on the adjacent text. But no, you have to click on the checkbox. You have to remember to uncheck it during installation or every time you update to prevent those toolbars from being installed. You can stop the installer or updater program from offering such products by selecting "Suppress sponsor offers..." option in their advanced setting. Go to Control Panel Go to Java (xx-bit) Go to the Advanced tab Scroll to the bottom of the list Add a checkmark to Suppress sponsor offers when installing or updating Java Alternatively

Downloads folder in Windows loads slowly

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The downloads folder is the default location for files downloaded from various folders (some browser let you choose one during download and allow them to use a separate folder). The downloads folder usually ends up being optimized for images and when you have other files, it tends to slow down the file listing as you open it. One of the tricks is to change the settings of this folder to optimize it for a variety files and not just for pictures. Right click on the Downloads folder, select Properties and go to Customize tab. Select General Items from the drop down for Optimize the folder for . Click on Apply and OK to save the changes. More posts on proper usage of Windows OS: I changed Open with option of all the exe files. How to fix it? Prevent DDoS attacks on Skype. Get rid of animations and focus on task at hand. Attaching a file to a jpg.