Oracle Data Storage Explained

Data in Oracle databases is stored in data files. These data files are stored in the file system of the operating system, typically with the extension .dbf. The data files of Oracle databases contain the data and structural information of database objects such as tables, indexes, and views. When users create tables or insert data into the database, this data is written into the data files. Oracle databases also have a special file called the control file, which is used to store metadata information and control the operation of the database.