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Performing and Scheduling Backups Using RMAN

RMAN cnablcs you to perform thc different typcs of backups that arc rcquircd by your backup strategy. This scction discusses creating a whole databasc backup.

You can also individually back up data files, control files, and archived redo log files. You can usc sonie advanced RMAN features such as cncrypting backups. For morę information about these topłcs, sec Oracle Database Backup and Recovery User's Guide.

This section contains thc following topics:

■Performing a Whole Database Backup ■ Using the Oracle Suggested Backup Strategy ■About the Oracle Suggested Backup Strategy and Retention ■Scheduling Miscellaneous Backup Tasks