Explanation of a BLOB and a CLOB

Question

I am looking for a real good explanation of a BLOB and CLOB data. I am looking for the great of that explains in plain English.

Answer 1

The Oracle Concepts Guide is the best source for an explanation of LOB datatypes. make sure you read the concepts guide at least once a year and the concept guide specific to the version of oracle you have. Every time I read it I learn something new.

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