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Oracle Cloud VCN Setup: A Practical First Network Guide

Oracle Cloud VCN Setup: A Practical First Network Guide

Jun 27, 2026    Mariusz Antonik    Oracle Cloud (OCI)    7 min read

A good Oracle Cloud VCN setup gives your servers, databases, and public endpoints a network foundation you can grow without constant rework. This guide explains the core pieces of an OCI VCN, including CIDR planning, public and private subnets, gateways, route tables, security lists, and NSGs. You will learn a practical setup flow and the common mistakes that make early OCI environments harder to maintain later.

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OCI Network Security Lists vs NSGs: Key Differences Explained

Apr 11, 2026    Mariusz Antonik    General    4 min read

Understanding the difference between Security Lists and Network Security Groups (NSGs) in Oracle Cloud is critical for building secure infrastructure. This article breaks down how each works, where they apply, and when to use them in real deployments. You’ll also see practical examples and common mistakes to avoid. If you're designing OCI networking, this guide will help you make the right choice.

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