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Oracle export and import Utilities

Export (exp) and import (imp) are the Oracle utilities used to perform logical database backup and recovery.

What is the NetWorker rap.log

The RAP option tracks the history of additions, deletions, and modifications to a NetWorker resource or resource attribute.

"sed -i" workaround for Solaris

The version of sed running on Solaris is not capable of saving files so a workaround using perl is possible.

Genealogy Resource links

There are thousands of websites which could help you with your family history research. Here are just a few of my favourites...

Solaris inode size

Inodes store information on files such as user and group ownership, access mode (read, write, execute permissions) and type of file.

Installing a guest OS under Solaris X86

A virtual PC is basically a single file containing an operating system, which with the correct software runs inside a window in your booted OS.

What is the NetWorker Common Device Interface (CDI)

CDI was introduced with NetWorker 7.4SP3 to provide a generic passthrough solution for all operating systems to control tape and status collection.

Troubleshooting NetWorker VSS errors

When VSS fails it can sometimes mean that you are unable to create a disk image or backup open files with EMC NetWorker

Solaris Boot Process

The Solaris boot process in a nutshell is the process of boot loading RC scripts to reach single or multiuser level

Solaris SPARC Boot Sequence

Understanding the booting process is important in the sense that you can get a clear idea when a system faces a booting problem and steps involved.