MAX_CURSORS

Description

Sets the maximum number of cursors per connection

Type

Integer

Default

100

Range

1-1000

This setting controls the maximum number of cursors that can be opened simultaneously per database connection. It directly affects memory usage and system resource allocation.

Resource Management

  • Memory allocation

  • Handle management

  • Resource tracking

  • Cleanup procedures

Implementation Details

  • Per-connection limit

  • Dynamic allocation

  • Resource pooling

  • Automatic cleanup

Performance Considerations

  • Memory footprint

  • Resource availability

  • Connection overhead

  • System scalability

Error Handling

  • Resource exhaustion

  • Allocation failures

  • Cleanup errors

  • Limit violations

Best Practices

  • Set based on workload

  • Monitor usage patterns

  • Regular maintenance

  • Performance tuning

Database-Specific Notes

  • Microsoft SQL Server

    • Cursor implementation

    • Memory management

    • Resource limits

  • PostgreSQL

    • Cursor behavior

    • Memory context

    • Resource tracking

  • Oracle

    • Session cursors

    • Memory usage

    • Resource management