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Command Reference

This chapter contains descriptions of SQL*Plus commands that are accessible through iSQL*Plus. Use this chapter for reference only. Command descriptions are listed alphabetically, and each description contains the following parts:

Syntax	Shows how to enter the command and provides a brief description of the basic uses of the command. Refer to "Conventions in Code Examples" in the Preface for an explanation of the syntax notation
Terms	Describes the function of each term or clause appearing in the syntax.
Usage	Provides additional information on uses of the command and on how the command works.
Examples	Gives one or more examples of the command.

A summary table that lists and briefly describes SQL*Plus commands precedes the individual command descriptions.