Chapter 26

Tools for Your Toolbox

Abstract

Tools will make an Application Administrator more productive. Determine if the tools you need are already available before creating new ones. Potential sources for existing tools are the vendor, the application user group, other Application Administrators, and the Internet.

Key Words

tools; vendor provided; user group; scripts; file comparison tools; startup and shutdown scripts; log files; backups; monitoring; keystroke programs; audits

No matter how mature the application you’re supporting is, there will always be room for tools that make you more productive. Tools can come in a variety of forms. Even a tool that seems incredibly simple can be a significant help to you. All of the following are ...

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