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Once you have chosen all the books that you wish to buy, click on the shopping basket icon at the top of any of the pop-up detail screens. Check the contents of your basket, then click on the "proceed to checkout" button. That's all there is to it.

The books will usually be with you within a few days. There is a small postage charge, so you may want to buy several books at once, perhaps between a few colleagues, as this will work out to be even better value.

Advanced Oracle Tuning and Administration
by Eyal Aronoff, Kevin Loney, Noorali Sonawalla

click for details Customer comment:
This book is the 'missing link' in oracle tuning and admin.
No DBA's bookshelf is complete without this book. The authors covered some of the most important topics in oracle tuning and administration. This book gives the most complete and up to date information about underlying concepts and practical ways of using those theoritical concepts in day to day operations in oracle database tuning and administration.

Oracle8 Architecture
by Steve Bobrowski

click for details Customer comment:
This book gives an excellent overview of the Oracle8 engine. While it does not get into the "how-tos" required for DBAs, it is great for for those DBAs experienced with other databases (Informix, Sybase, etc.) who are now learning Oracle8. Read this book first, then go on to the more specialized Oracle books.

Oracle8 : A Beginner's Guide
by Michael Abbey, Michael J. Corey

click for details Customer comment:
I have read Oracle (the complete Reference, Electronic edition) and all it talks about is SQL. This book talks about Forms, Reports, Loader, App. + database Tuning, backup + recovery, etc.. Just soo much more than just SQL which any programmer can pick up. For beginner, absolutely a great book.

Oracle8 Backup & Recovery Handbook
by Rama Velpuri, Anand Adkoli

click for details Customer comment:
Rama's book ( like the rest of his other ones) is a life-saver. He has a unique way of presenting pertinent information ( which otherwise could have been obtained the hard way ) to the DBA. His writings on Oracle are the finest pieces out there now. He evokes the why's, what's and how to's with such clarity and accuracy that he implicitly brings added value to any DBA's overall ability and confidence level. He is without a doubt, a bonafide AUTHORITY in his field. It is a MUST HAVE.

Oracle8 Data Warehousing
by Michael J. Corey, Ian Abramson

click for details Customer comment:
The book provides a good and almost impartial overview and introduction on the subject covering almost everything that has to be said about DataWarehousing. It is well organised, easy and fun to read. It definitely gave me a good understanding on a subject that I had no prior knownledge. I recommended it.

Oracle8 DBA Handbook
by Kevin Loney

click for details Customer comment:
Up to his high standards - a "must have" for Oracle DBAs. Like his other books, this one if full of helpful hints and real-life examples of how to administrer a real Oracle DB. I like his consistent flow through the topics and the attention to detail. A full set of Oracle documentation is over $1,400(US). This book is absolutely the best investment a professional DBA can make for their day-to-day work.

Oracle8 Design Using UML Object Modeling
by Dr. Paul Dorsey, Joseph R. Hudicka

click for details Customer comment:
Excellent. Applies UML theoretics into practical Oracle. Contrary to what tool vendors may be saying, UML is difficult. This book goes along way into clearly explaining those difficult concepts and then applying them to practical application. It is, as the title indicates very Oracle centric, but would be worth while reading even for non Oracle people because of the way UML concepts are presented...

Oracle8 : The Complete Reference
by George Koch, Kevin Loney

click for details Customer comment:
What's great about this book is that it answers your questions while they're still forming in your head! Before you can say "Well why is this..." it has your answer in the next line. The book also starts out in easy to understand language so you don't get scared away. I liked it!

Oracle8 PL/SQL Programming
by Scott Urman

click for details Customer comment:
Great book! My Database project involved using PL/SQL. A friend of mine recommended this book. This book contains a lot of valuable examples and details about all different areas of applications of PL/SQL. The book and the author were extremely helpful. Thanks a million!

Oracle Application Server Web Toolkit Reference
by Bradley D. Brown, Richard J. Niemiec

click for details Customer comment:
Probably the best on the topic. I have read all of the books I can find on Oracle's Web Application Server and this is the best I have found. It covers a lot of ground, provides clear explanations, and uses good examples. Has a few typo's but is an excellent source of information.

Oracle Backup & Recovery Handbook, 7.3 Edition
by Rama Velpuri

click for details Customer comment:
This is an excellent book! The author worked for years in the "down database pit" at Oracle tech support and has seen just about every kind of database problem requiring recovery. In this book, he does an great job of sharing his experiences on what causes problems and how to fix them. The book includes a review of the technologies involved and describes the mechanics of what goes on inside the black box that is the database. When a database gets hosed up really badly, this insight is invaluable. On the proactive side,it includes backup programs for both UNIX and VMS servers and many case studies of real life recoveries. If you're a DBA in deep doo doo due to a dead database, reach for this book before updating your resume.

Oracle Certified Professional DBA Certification Exam Guide
by Jason S. Couchman

click for details Customer comment:
Back bone for preparation of OCP. I used this book in passing first two papers of OCP in fist attempt within one month. This book streamlined my efforts. Sole preparation from this book may not prove long way in passing exam, further drill down in Oracle manuals is essential. Accepting few typos this is the only book available in its class. Worth for its price.

Oracle Designer Handbook
by Dr. Paul Dorsey

click for details Customer comment:
An in depth look into the methodology and technical tools used in developing with Designer 2000 v2.1. Excellent technical descriptions with useful tips. Peter Koletzke is able to explain Designer 2000 in a clear and concise manner.

Oracle Financials Handbook
by David James and Graham Seibert

click for details Customer comment:
This is an excellent book for everybody especially for beginners. I specially like the chapter on customizations. I recommend this book to everyone who is thinking of implementing Oracle Financials to have a copy on his/her desk as a bible. I do not think you will see another title in this field in the next 10 years. Congratulations to all who have put in lots of hours to bring this book to us.

Oracle Networking
by Hugo Toledo

click for details Customer comment:
A good book if you are looking for a overview of Oracle in a network environment. Ignores the database itself (as it should). Covers Wide range of Oracle Networking components like SQL*Net, ODBC, network security, etc. Lacks technical usage details on individual parts. Good for DBA's, Sysadmin's and programmers trying to understand the network/communications area of Oracle.

Oracle NT Handbook
by Rama Velpuri, Anand Adkoli

click for details Customer comment:
Oriented towards Unix/Oracle people trying out NT, shows the differences between the two OS's. Lots of simple explanations. Not really for the person new to Oracle, but can help when you are looking for a specific topic.

Oracle SQL & PL/SQL Annotated Archives
by Kevin Loney, Rachel Carmichael

click for details Customer comment:
So far I've found six scripts here that I didn't have to change at all to use for my situations, and others that I've modified for my databases. The "annotations" sections made it simple. It would have cost me $75 an hour for a consultant to write these scripts, so I figure the book paid for itself with one script!

Oracle Web Application Server Handbook
by Dynamic Information Systems, Barry Johnson

click for details Customer comment:
If you are using, or thinking about using, Oracle Web Application Server 3.0, buy this book. It sucessfully brings togeter the material you will need to install, configure, maintain and develop applications. This book is obviously written by people with real world experience of using the product, all too often a rarity.

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Oracle8 Architecture by Steve Bobrowski
click for details	Customer comment: This book gives an excellent overview of the Oracle8 engine. While it does not get into the "how-tos" required for DBAs, it is great for for those DBAs experienced with other databases (Informix, Sybase, etc.) who are now learning Oracle8. Read this book first, then go on to the more specialized Oracle books.

Oracle8 : A Beginner's Guide by Michael Abbey, Michael J. Corey
click for details	Customer comment: I have read Oracle (the complete Reference, Electronic edition) and all it talks about is SQL. This book talks about Forms, Reports, Loader, App. + database Tuning, backup + recovery, etc.. Just soo much more than just SQL which any programmer can pick up. For beginner, absolutely a great book.

Oracle8 Data Warehousing by Michael J. Corey, Ian Abramson
click for details	Customer comment: The book provides a good and almost impartial overview and introduction on the subject covering almost everything that has to be said about DataWarehousing. It is well organised, easy and fun to read. It definitely gave me a good understanding on a subject that I had no prior knownledge. I recommended it.

Oracle8 : The Complete Reference by George Koch, Kevin Loney
click for details	Customer comment: What's great about this book is that it answers your questions while they're still forming in your head! Before you can say "Well why is this..." it has your answer in the next line. The book also starts out in easy to understand language so you don't get scared away. I liked it!

Oracle8 PL/SQL Programming by Scott Urman
click for details	Customer comment: Great book! My Database project involved using PL/SQL. A friend of mine recommended this book. This book contains a lot of valuable examples and details about all different areas of applications of PL/SQL. The book and the author were extremely helpful. Thanks a million!

Oracle Application Server Web Toolkit Reference by Bradley D. Brown, Richard J. Niemiec
click for details	Customer comment: Probably the best on the topic. I have read all of the books I can find on Oracle's Web Application Server and this is the best I have found. It covers a lot of ground, provides clear explanations, and uses good examples. Has a few typo's but is an excellent source of information.

Oracle Certified Professional DBA Certification Exam Guide by Jason S. Couchman
click for details	Customer comment: Back bone for preparation of OCP. I used this book in passing first two papers of OCP in fist attempt within one month. This book streamlined my efforts. Sole preparation from this book may not prove long way in passing exam, further drill down in Oracle manuals is essential. Accepting few typos this is the only book available in its class. Worth for its price.

Oracle Designer Handbook by Dr. Paul Dorsey
click for details	Customer comment: An in depth look into the methodology and technical tools used in developing with Designer 2000 v2.1. Excellent technical descriptions with useful tips. Peter Koletzke is able to explain Designer 2000 in a clear and concise manner.

Oracle Networking by Hugo Toledo
click for details	Customer comment: A good book if you are looking for a overview of Oracle in a network environment. Ignores the database itself (as it should). Covers Wide range of Oracle Networking components like SQL*Net, ODBC, network security, etc. Lacks technical usage details on individual parts. Good for DBA's, Sysadmin's and programmers trying to understand the network/communications area of Oracle.

Oracle NT Handbook by Rama Velpuri, Anand Adkoli
click for details	Customer comment: Oriented towards Unix/Oracle people trying out NT, shows the differences between the two OS's. Lots of simple explanations. Not really for the person new to Oracle, but can help when you are looking for a specific topic.

Oracle SQL & PL/SQL Annotated Archives by Kevin Loney, Rachel Carmichael
click for details	Customer comment: So far I've found six scripts here that I didn't have to change at all to use for my situations, and others that I've modified for my databases. The "annotations" sections made it simple. It would have cost me $75 an hour for a consultant to write these scripts, so I figure the book paid for itself with one script!

Oracle Web Application Server Handbook by Dynamic Information Systems, Barry Johnson
click for details	Customer comment: If you are using, or thinking about using, Oracle Web Application Server 3.0, buy this book. It sucessfully brings togeter the material you will need to install, configure, maintain and develop applications. This book is obviously written by people with real world experience of using the product, all too often a rarity.