This exclusive Oracle Press certification exam guide prepares you for the Oracle Database 12c Administration I exam, a required first step towards OCA and OCP certification. Ideal as both an exam guide and on-the-job reference, OCA Oracle Database 12c: Administration I Exam Guide covers all of the exam objectives on the Administration I exam in detail, including installation, configuration, application tuning, database management, backup and recovery, security, and more. Passing the Administration I exam qualifies you for the Oracle Certified Associate credential. Each chapter includes examples, practice and lab questions, and a chapter summary. An Exam Readiness Checklist is included at the front of the book; you're ready for the exam when all of the objectives on the list are checked off. Two-Minute Drills at the end of every chapter reinforce key knowledge. Inside the Exam sections in each chapter highlight key exam topics covered. Electronic content includes two simulated practice exams and an Adobe Digital Editions eBook. Proven strategies to help you increase your test-taking confidence Electronic content includes two practice exams that simulate the actual exam questions and include detailed answer explanations; Score report performance assessment tool; and an Adobe Digital Editions eBook