OCA: Oracle 10g Administration Study Guide (1Z0-042)

Product Description

Sybex, the leading publisher of Oracle Certification Study Guides, offers this new, comprehensive study tool for candidates preparing for the Oracle Workshop I exam. Loaded with the learning tools that earned Sybex the title of "Best Study Guides" in the CertCities.com 2003 and 2002 Readers' Choice Awards, this definitive resource prepares you for the exam required for Oracle 10g Certified Associate (OCA) and Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) designations. The CD includes advanced testing engine with hundreds of sample exam questions, electronic flashcards, along with the entire book in PDF.
Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #239238 in Books
* Published on: 2004-12-24
* Original language: English
* Number of items: 1
* Binding: Paperback
* 672 pages

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover
Here's the book you need to prepare for the Oracle Database 10g Administration I exam, 1Z0-042. This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's Oracle certification candidates. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that has earned Sybex the "Best Study Guide" selection in CertCities Readers Choice Awards for two consecutive years, this book provides:

Clear and concise information on database administration with Oracle 10g Practical examples and insights drawn from the authors' real-world experiences Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a test engine and electronic flashcards

You'll also find authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including:

Installing Oracle Database 10g Software

Creating and Controlling Oracle Databases

Administering Users

Managing Schema Objects and Data

Implementing Oracle Security Features

Monitoring Performance

Performing Database Backup and Recovery

Look to Sybex for the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today's competitive IT marketplace

Featured on the CD

SYBEX TEST ENGINE Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes chapter review questions and two bonus exams!

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run off your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.

Also on the CD, you’ll find the entire book in searchable and printable PDF.

About the Author
Chip Dawes, OCP, is a consultant with D&D Technologies and presents at various Oracle User Group conferences. Bob Bryla, OCP, currently works as an Oracle DBA and Analyst for Lands' End in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Joseph C. Johnson is an OCP with over 10 years of experience managing mission-critical Oracle databases. Joe is a Senior Database Administrator with Lands' End. Matthew Weishan, OCP, is a senior specialist for EDS in Madison, Wisconsin.
Customer Reviews

Good4
I have purchase this book after deep search for good oracle administration study guide. I think this book can provide a serious effort of preparing for the Oracle 10g OCA certification exam.

Mostly worthless2
This book does not cover topics well enough to pass the exam. It might be useful as an addition to other materials or as a review for experienced DBAs, but it does NOT have the information you need to pass by itself.

After failing the OCA exam (after acing the books' 2 exams, thanks guys!) I smashed this book against a brick wall until it was nothing but torn pages fluttering in the breeze. The binding held up well through the first several smashings, and stomping the separated pieces produced an enjoyable tearing sound.

A pretty decent study guide4
Getting Oracle certifications is not easy. The material is difficult and extensive not matter how you approach it. The Sybex study guide does a good job of presenting the material in an organized manner.