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How Pessimistic Locking works in PostgreSQL?

Pessimistic locking in PostgreSQL relies on explicit lock commands, allowing transactions to acquire locks on specific database objects. These locks prevent other transactions from accessing or modifying the locked objects until the system releases the […]

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PostgreSQL Two-Factor Authentication Implementation Run-Book

Securing PostgreSQL: A Comprehensive Guide to Implementing Two-Factor Authentication Introduction Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security to your PostgreSQL database by requiring users to provide two forms of identification before accessing the […]

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Understanding PostgreSQL Page Structure

“Unlocking PostgreSQL’s Storage Power: Exploring the Architecture and Implementation of Page Structure” The page structure in PostgreSQL forms the backbone of its storage system, efficiently storing and retrieving data on disk. Let’s examine the architecture […]

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Troubleshooting PostgreSQL queries not using indexes

When PostgreSQL queries are not utilizing indexes effectively, it can significantly impact query performance. Here are some troubleshooting steps to identify and resolve issues with queries not using indexes efficiently: Remember that improving index utilization requires […]

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How to control automatic maintenance activities in PostgreSQL?

In PostgreSQL, there are several automatic maintenance activities that occur to keep the database healthy and optimized. These activities include: auto vacuuming, auto analyzing, and auto checkpointing.  PostgreSQL Maintenance Activities While these automated processes are crucial for maintaining […]

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Configuring PostgreSQL for optimal UNDO and REDO operations

To configure PostgreSQL for optimal UNDO and REDO operations, you must consider several configuration parameters that directly control the behavior of the database engine. Specifically, these parameters determine how PostgreSQL manages transaction logging and recovery, […]