renaming database name

Hi all,
I was asked to rename a database and I wasnt sure about that answer. I have heard that you can rename a database
dev to PROD if you choose to. IF its possible then what steps do i have to take to rename it and how difficult is it?

thanks
Jigar

There are several threads on this forum that deal with this topic. For example ( http://www.dbasupport.com/forums/sho...?threadid=6261 )

Search for "control file" and "rename"