Oracle has modernized how 23c is deployed. You are no longer restricted to a complex silent install on Linux.

When you download 23c, you are gaining access to a generation of new features. Users downloading 23c are typically looking for:

Downloading this version gives you access to "App Simple" features designed to streamline development:

Get the flexibility of JSON with the power of relational tables.

If you need a for a specific environment If you are looking for the Docker/Container setup commands

Would you like step-by-step installation instructions for a specific OS (Linux, Windows, Mac, or Docker)?

Oracle provides pre-built VirtualBox VM images called "Database App Development VMs." These include Oracle Linux, the database, and development tools (like APEX and SQL Developer) pre-installed. This is ideal for a "download and go" experience without installation hassles.

Formerly "XE," this is a full-featured version of the database. It is free to download and use for development and small-scale applications, though it has limits on CPU, RAM, and disk space.

You must be signed into an Oracle Account (free to create) and accept the OTN License Agreement.