An RMAN full backup backs up all files and datafiles in the database. It also backs up the control file and the online redo logs.
An RMAN full backup with archivelog mode creates an online redo log backup as well. This backup is necessary to keep the database consistent if you need to restore from a previous backup.
An RMAN full backup with controlfile mode copies the control file to a backup location. This is necessary if you need to …
