A duplicate (clone or snapshot) database is useful for a variety of purposes, most of which involve testing &
upgrade
• You can perform the following tasks in a duplicate database:
• Test backup and recovery procedures
• Test an upgrade to a new release of Oracle Database
• Test the effect of applications on database performance
• Create a standby database (Dataguard) with DG Broker
• Leverage on Transient Logical Standby to perform an upgrade
• Generate reports