Use the following guidelines to decide how to install Oracle Database components:

• Installing Oracle Database or Oracle Database Client
  The following are the frequently asked questions about installing Oracle Database:
• Installing Oracle Database Tools
  The following are frequently asked questions about installing Oracle Database tools:
• Installing Oracle Database with Oracle Applications
  The following are the frequently asked questions about installing Oracle Database with Oracle applications:
• Installing Oracle Database Heterogeneous Connectivity Tools (Gateways)
  Learn how to access and install Gateway products.