The document discusses new features in Oracle8i for administrators, including Java in the database, optimizer and query improvements, summary management, indexes and partitioning, universal installer migration and upgrade features, manageability features, availability and recoverability, Net8 features, SQL*Plus and national language support, database security, and partial additions. Key points covered include Java virtual machine integration, SQLJ and JDBC, using Java with Oracle, Java configuration, Internet file system, and stored outlines for optimizer plan stability.