Downloading is not as simple as clicking a button, nor should it be. Oracle’s strict access controls protect both their intellectual property and users from malicious software. By following the legitimate path – using edelivery.oracle.com or Oracle Support – you ensure that your software is authentic and legally obtained.

: Go to the Patches & Updates tab and search for Patch Number 13390677 .

Downloading Oracle Database 11.2.0.4 for Linux 64-bit is different from modern versions because it was released as a rather than a standard public download. While earlier versions like 11.2.0.1 were available on the Oracle Technology Network (OTN), version 11.2.0.4—the terminal release for 11g—requires a valid support contract to access. Official Download Procedure

The process has changed over the years. As of 2024–2025, here is the most reliable method:

groupadd oinstall groupadd dba useradd -g oinstall -G dba oracle

Despite newer versions like 19c or 23c, many organizations stick with 11.2.0.4 for several reasons:

Avoid third-party websites offering direct downloads. These files may be tampered with, containing malware or altered binaries. Always download directly from edelivery.oracle.com or support.oracle.com .

in /etc/sysctl.conf (e.g., shmmax , shmmni , sem ).

Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded and installed Oracle Database 11.2.0.4 on Linux 64-bit.

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: Choose Linux x86-64 from the platform dropdown menu.