an spfile is a binary format pfile basically (it's a bit more complex than that). It's usually created using alter system commands. One name "spfilexe.ora" is probably for a DB with the SID of XE (a default if you're using oracle 10 xe out of the box and ask it to create an instance for you if i recall).
an spfile is a binary format pfile basically (it's a bit more complex than that). It's usually created using alter system commands. One name "spfilexe.ora" is probably for a DB with the SID of XE (a default if you're using oracle 10 xe out of the box and ask it to create an instance for you if i recall).
For more on pfile vs spfile:
http://www.dba-oracle.com/concepts/pfile_spfile.htm