Multiple choice technology databases

Ping when compared to TNS ping is FAST

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

TNSPING is faster than standard PING because TNSPING only checks if the listener is reachable and can respond to TNS (Transparent Network Substrate) requests - it doesn't connect to the database instance or verify database availability. Standard PING operates at the TCP/IP network layer and checks basic network connectivity, while TNSPING operates at the Oracle application layer and is specifically optimized for Oracle Net Services. The TNSPING check is lighter weight as it bypasses instance connection and verification.

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