This guide provides instructions about installing and configuring Oracle Database Client for both Microsoft Windows (32-Bit) and Microsoft Windows (x64). Only the features of Oracle Database for Microsoft Windows (32-bit) and Microsoft Windows (x64) are discussed in this guide.
This preface contains these topics:
Oracle Database Client Installation Guide for Microsoft Windows is intended for anyone installing an Oracle Database Client.
To use this document, you need the following:
A supported Microsoft Windows operating system installed and tested on your computer system
Administrative privileges on the computer where you are installing Oracle Database Client
Familiarity with object-relational database management concepts
See Also:
Oracle Database Client Quick Installation Guide for Microsoft Windows (32-Bit) to perform a quick installation using the default settings
Oracle Database Client Quick Installation Guide for Microsoft Windows (x64) to perform a quick installation using the default settings
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