But just as a quick notice to those upgrading from 7.3 to 7.4 with fully normalized databases requiring > 11 joins, the GEQO setting can be a killer...
How about a TIP:
"For large number of joins, test whether the GEQO settings are right for you"
Mike Mascari
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