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How to monitor Oracle Database with Grafana Cloud

Oracle Database is an enterprise multi-model database system capable of handling large amounts of data across multiple database servers with support for a wide variety of workloads. It’s a widely used and proven database software, so we are incredibly pleased to announce that it now has a dedicated cloud integration in Grafana Cloud. With the Oracle Database (OracleDB) integration, you can monitor your database’s performance with ease.

Do you really know what's happening with your server estate?

Managing an IT team is a tough job. While demands on services are increasing, both internally and externally, the need to be aware of and in control of application and server performance is a constant pressure. Right now, there are four key areas that are of particular concern for those responsible for IT departments and teams.

How To Monitor MemoryDB with MetricFire

Memory databases are known for their ability to store and manage large volumes of data in memory. Their memory-based architecture allows users to quickly retrieve critical information and benefit from performant data reading. Thanks to these characteristics, businesses use memory databases for various applications that require prompt data access playing a vital role within their digital resources.

How To Backup and Restore a SQL Server Database

Currently, there are 212,633 companies that are using Microsoft SQL servers, and this number includes well-known enterprises, such as IBM and Oracle. SQL server databases store all kinds of data, and a significant amount of this data is critical for the performance and success of a business. To prevent data disasters, such as data theft, loss, or destruction, IT teams learn how to backup and restore SQL server databases.

7 SQL Server Backup Types You Need to Know

There are many different types of backup available for organizations to choose from to backup their critical data. Structured query language (SQL) server backups are an essential component of an organization’s backup strategy because it is responsible for copying either a portion of, or entire, databases and storing them in a separate location to protect the data. In this article, we’ll explore what SQL server backup is and the advantages of backing up your SQL server.