Re: using OID as primary key

Thus spake Jan Wieck
> > are there any disadvantages of using OID as the primary key for any
> > table?
> > What about referencing external tuples using their OIDs?
> 
>     Currently OID is not supported for references. Has to do with
>     some checks done in the RI  triggers,  using  SPI  functions.
>     We're thinking about a solution...

Also, don't forget about the dump/restore issue.  You have to remember
to dump OIDs with "-o" or else all your references will be trashed.

<OPINION>
Personally I would avoid it.  Adding a serial type almost gives you
the same thing anyway.  OIDs are useful in system tables and temporarily
in programs when dealing with tables without primary keys.
</OPINION>

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