Running everything in memory sounds like it makes storage irrelevant. It doesn't – flash is what enables in-memory architectures to reach their full potential, for three distinct reasons.
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More on Exadata X3 “Database In-Memory” (but not by me)
Not a real post - but a recommendation... Kevin Closson, former Performance Architect within Oracle's Exadata development organisation, has (finally!) written a blog post about the new Exadata X3 model with it's claimed "Database In-Memory" marketing title. For the history of Exadata click here. But more importantly, for the insider view, click here: Oracle Exadata … Continue reading More on Exadata X3 “Database In-Memory” (but not by me)
Technology Hype Cycles
Every technology goes through a hype cycle – and the pattern is so predictable that you can use it to calibrate vendor claims. Here's how to read the cycle and keep your scepticism well-tuned.
In Memory Databases: HANA, Exadata X3 and Flash Memory (Part 2)
With definitions established, this post examines where HANA, Exadata X3 and flash memory each sit in the in-memory landscape – and what they actually have in common.
Thoughts on In Memory Databases (Part 1)
Everyone is talking about in-memory databases, but what does "memory" actually mean in this context? Here's an attempt to cut through the hype and establish some clear definitions.
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