Understanding SQL*Net
Compatibility with Oracle Network Products
SQL*Net OPEN is compatible with all releases of SQL*Net 2.0 and later. It works with related Oracle network products.
Oracle MultiProtocol Interchange
Using SQL*Net OPEN, you can take advantage of the cross-protocol connectivity provided by Oracle MultiProtocol Interchange. Through the MultiProtocol Interchange, applications can communicate across networks based on different protocols.
No additional programming is required to take advantage of the MultiProtocol Interchange. Its transfer of data across protocols is transparent to both users and programmers.
Secure Network Services
You can protect all your network data with standard encryption and data integrity checking through Secure Network Services. Again, no additional programming is required to take advantage of these services.