One of my sysadmin's got this from Oracle today. They call it a "patch" but
from what I can tell this would be a new install. Anyone have any specs on
exactly what all this software monitors, how often does it "talk" to Oracle
etc....this seems a bit deceptive to me.
Subject: Patch Announcement
>
> Oracle strongly recommends that customers install patch 5567658*,
> following the instructions outlined in the ReadMe file.
>
> This patch will install Oracle Configuration Manager, our lightweight
> configuration collector that enables you to fully utilize the proactive
> support capabilities offered by Oracle Support¿s Configuration Support
> Manager (CSM).
>
> CSM provides you with:
>
> · Healthchecks, Security and General Alerts ¿ specific to your
> configurations
> · Track, manage and support - Oracle configurations and Service
> Requests
>
> Oracle is committed to delivering ongoing innovation in automated support
> to customers. Our improved online Service Request (SR) process, together
> with Configuration Support Manager (CSM), underscores that commitment¾by
> reducing the time and effort involved in logging SRs.
>
> Log SRs Faster
> Submit and track your SRs faster with:
>
> · Simplified User Interface - Fewer screens, fewer questions,
> easier file uploads
> · Save a Draft of Your SR - Edit and save a draft of your SR to
> submit later
> · New ¿Problem Clarification¿ Field - Add more detail to clarify
> issues with pertinent information
>
> Detailed information about CSM, Oracle Configuration Manager, and our SR
> process improvements are available on Oracle MetaLink.
>
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Received on Mon Feb 19 2007 - 12:10:57 CST
