Which OCI native database service can you provision with Oracle Database@Google Cloud?
B
Explanation:
Oracle Database@Google Cloud is a multicloud service that integrates OCI database offerings into
the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). According to official Oracle documentation, the Autonomous
Database on Dedicated Infrastructure is a key service available in this offering. This service provides a
fully managed database environment running on dedicated Exadata infrastructure, optimized for
performance and isolation. The Base Database Service is a more basic offering not specifically
highlighted in the Oracle Database@Google Cloud context, while HeatWave (listed twice in the
original, corrected here as a single option) is a MySQL-focused analytics engine, not the primary
native database service for this integration. The partnership between Oracle and Google Cloud,
announced in June 2024, emphasizes Autonomous Database capabilities for enterprise workloads.
Reference: Oracle Database@Google Cloud documentation, Oracle-Google Cloud partnership
announcements (June 2024).
A company XYZ has been using Oracle Cloud Infrastructure to host their mission-critical applications,
but they have decided to start using Azure for some of their workloads. They want to enable
connectivity between their Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and Microsoft Azure to create a multicloud
architecture.
C
Explanation:
The OCI-Azure Interconnect is the official Oracle-Microsoft partnership solution for establishing a
private, high-bandwidth, and low-latency connection between OCI and Azure. This interconnect
leverages Azure ExpressRoute and Oracle FastConnect to create a dedicated network link, bypassing
the public internet for enhanced security and performance. A VPN connection (Option A) is possible
but less optimal due to higher latency and lower reliability compared to the interconnect. Using the
public internet (Option B) is insecure and unsuitable for mission-critical applications. This solution is
detailed in Oracle’s multicloud architecture guides and the OCI-Azure partnership documentation,
emphasizing its suitability for enterprise multicloud deployments.
Reference: OCI-Azure Interconnect documentation, Oracle-Microsoft partnership details.
Which is not a driver for using multiple clouds?
B
Explanation:
Drivers for adopting multicloud architectures typically include redundancy/disaster recovery
(ensuring availability across providers), best-of-breed cloud services (leveraging specialized
offerings), and cost optimization (balancing expenses across clouds). A Content Delivery Network
(CDN) is a specific service for distributing content globally, often provided by cloud vendors, but it is
not a strategic driver for adopting a multicloud approach. CDNs can be used within a single cloud or
multicloud setup, but they don’t inherently motivate the decision to use multiple clouds. Oracle’s
multicloud strategy documentation highlights the other three as primary motivations.
Reference: OCI Multicloud Architect course materials, Oracle multicloud strategy overview.
How are resources provisioned in Oracle Database@Azure service?
A
Explanation:
Oracle Database@Azure allows customers to provision and manage Oracle database resources
directly within the Azure portal, streamlining multicloud operations. Specifically, the Oracle Exadata
Infrastructure and Exadata VM Cluster are provisioned through Azure, integrating OCI database
capabilities into the Azure ecosystem. Options involving the OCI console (B and C) are incorrect
because this service is designed for Azure-native management. Option D overextends by including
container and pluggable databases, which are managed post-provisioning, not part of the initial
infrastructure setup in Azure. This is detailed in the Oracle Database@Azure service documentation.
Reference: Oracle Database@Azure official documentation, Oracle-Microsoft multicloud service
guides.
What is the role of BGP dynamic routing in the connection between an Azure VNet and OCI VCN?
D
Explanation:
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is a dynamic routing protocol used in the OCI-Azure Interconnect to
automatically determine the optimal path for data between an Azure Virtual Network (VNet) and an
OCI Virtual Cloud Network (VCN). Unlike static routing (Option A), BGP adapts to network changes,
ensuring efficient and reliable connectivity. It doesn’t establish the connection itself (Option B) or
manage security rules (Option C)—those are handled by FastConnect/ExpressRoute and security
lists, respectively. Oracle’s networking documentation for multicloud interconnects confirms BGP’s
role in route optimization.
Reference: OCI Networking documentation, OCI-Azure Interconnect technical guide.
Which regions support Oracle Interconnect for Google Cloud?
B
Explanation:
The Oracle Interconnect for Google Cloud is available only in specific regions where Oracle and
Google have established cross-cloud interconnect partnerships, such as Ashburn, London, and
Frankfurt (as of June 2024 announcements). It’s not globally available across all OCI and GCP regions
(Option A), nor restricted to North America (Option C) or FastConnect-only regions (Option D). The
partnership leverages OCI FastConnect and GCP Partner Interconnect in these designated locations,
as outlined in Oracle’s multicloud connectivity documentation.
Reference: Oracle-Google Cloud partnership announcement (June 2024), OCI Interconnect for
Google Cloud docs.
What is an IdP in the context of federating Oracle Cloud Infrastructure with external identity
providers?
C
Explanation:
An Identity Provider (IdP) in OCI federation is a service that authenticates users and provides their
identity credentials, such as Microsoft Entra ID or another SAML-compliant provider. It doesn’t
merely call a service provider (Option A) or act as a protocol (Option B—e.g., SAML is the protocol,
not the IdP). It’s also distinct from OCI’s internal resource management components (Option D), like
IAM. OCI’s identity federation documentation defines the IdP’s role in enabling single sign-on (SSO)
across clouds.
Reference: OCI Identity and Access Management (IAM) documentation, Federation overview.
What types of metrics can be monitored for Oracle databases using Azure services in Oracle
Database@Azure?
C
Explanation:
Oracle Database@Azure integrates with Azure Monitoring services to track database performance
metrics such as block changes, OCPU utilization, and database wait time, which are critical for
operational insights. Options like node status and ASM diskgroup utilization (A) are more
infrastructure-focused, while invoice payments (B) and backup configurations (D) are unrelated to
real-time monitoring metrics. Oracle’s documentation on Database@Azure specifies these
performance-oriented metrics as part of Azure’s monitoring capabilities.
Reference: Oracle Database@Azure monitoring guide, Azure Monitoring integration docs.
What is required to configure Oracle Interconnect for Google Cloud?
C
Explanation:
Configuring the Oracle Interconnect for Google Cloud requires Virtual Circuits on OCI (via
FastConnect) and Partner Interconnects on GCP, establishing a private, high-speed link between the
clouds. A direct internet connection (Option A) defeats the purpose of a private interconnect, while
Microsoft Active Directory (Option B) is unrelated to network setup. Public subnets (Option D) are
not required—private connectivity is the goal. This setup is detailed in Oracle’s multicloud
networking documentation.
Reference: OCI Interconnect for Google Cloud setup guide, Oracle-Google Cloud technical docs.
Which is a prerequisite for subscribing to Oracle Database@Azure?
B
Explanation:
An existing Azure subscription is the foundational prerequisite for subscribing to Oracle
Database@Azure, as the service is provisioned and billed through Azure. While a private
interconnect (Option A) and linked OCI account (Option C) enhance functionality, they are not
mandatory to initiate subscription—linking occurs post-subscription. A custom identity domain
(Option D) is optional for federation but not a prerequisite. Oracle’s subscription process
documentation confirms this requirement.
Reference: Oracle Database@Azure subscription guide, Oracle-Microsoft partnership FAQs.
Which of the Autonomous Database deployment options gives you exclusive use of Exadata
hardware?
D
Explanation:
The Dedicated Deployment option for OCI Autonomous Database provides exclusive use of Exadata
hardware, ensuring isolation and performance for critical workloads. Serverless (Option C) shares
resources, while “Standalone” and “Exclusive” (Options A and B) are not standard OCI terms for this
context. Oracle’s Autonomous Database documentation specifies Dedicated Deployment as the
option for dedicated Exadata infrastructure.
Reference: OCI Autonomous Database documentation, Deployment options guide.
What is used to monitor and analyze Oracle Exadata VM Cluster metrics in Azure?
C
Explanation:
Azure Monitoring services are used to monitor and analyze Oracle Exadata VM Cluster metrics in the
Oracle Database@Azure service, integrating seamlessly with Azure’s ecosystem. Microsoft Defender
(Option A) is a security tool, not for performance monitoring. OCI Monitoring (Option D) is separate,
and no specific “Oracle Database Management Tool” (Option B) is highlighted for this purpose in
Azure. Oracle’s multicloud docs confirm Azure Monitoring’s role.
Reference: Oracle Database@Azure monitoring documentation, Azure integration guide.
Which type of storage is used as a backup destination for an autonomous database provisioned in
Oracle Database@Google Cloud?
A
Explanation:
For an Autonomous Database in Oracle Database@Google Cloud, backups are stored on Google
Cloud Persistent Disks, which provide durable, block-level storage within GCP. OCI Object Storage
(Option B) is used for OCI-native deployments, not this Google Cloud-integrated service. Google
Cloud Filestore (Option C) is for file storage, not database backups. This is specified in Oracle’s
documentation for Database@Google Cloud.
Reference: Oracle Database@Google Cloud backup guide, GCP storage integration docs.
What is the purpose of federating the Azure tenant’s Microsoft Entra ID with an OCI identity domain?
D
Explanation:
Federating Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) with an OCI identity domain enables single sign-on
(SSO), allowing Azure users to access the OCI Console with their existing Azure credentials. This
enhances user experience and security in a multicloud setup. Options B and C (repeated in the
original) relate to networking, not identity, and Option A is vague and incorrect. OCI’s federation
documentation outlines this SSO purpose clearly.
Reference: OCI Identity Federation guide, OCI-Azure identity integration docs.
How does Oracle Database on Google Cloud make database management easier for customers?
A
Explanation:
Oracle Database@Google Cloud simplifies management by allowing customers to use the Google
Cloud console and GCP automation tools (e.g., Terraform) to provision and manage databases,
integrating seamlessly with GCP workflows. It doesn’t shift tasks to OCI (Option B), nor does OCI
embed a console in GCP (Option C). Option D contradicts the multicloud ease-of-use goal. This is a
key feature highlighted in Oracle’s June 2024 Google Cloud partnership announcement.
Reference: Oracle Database@Google Cloud overview, Oracle-Google Cloud partnership docs.