This series introduces users to the Oracle 8 relational database management system. It examines its main components and installation, and discusses concepts related to database design, creation, and management, including creating, modifying, and managing tablespaces. Management of files and user accounts is also examined, along with table views and indexes. Advanced topics covered in this series include Oracle processes, job queues, and security monitoring. Data backup and recovery and database replication are also discussed in detail.