What is a tnsnames.ora file?
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What is a tnsnames.ora file?
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A tnsnames.ora file is a configuration file that is used to configure local naming method for names resolution. It contains net service names mapped to connect descriptors. It may be maintained centrally or locally for use by all or individual clients respectively. The tnsnames.ora file typically resides in /network/admin on UNIX platforms and ORACLE_HOME
etworkadmin on Windows operating systems.
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