Well, i am learning sql server 2k and i also want to start
with Oracle 9i.

U can find oracle books for download (pdf) and save many $$$ at:

http://www.yaxoo.com/books/Databases/Oracle/

1. install flashget
2. start flashget
3. in flashget, press F7
4. past the above url in the address bar
5. also u will find unix, linux, m$$, transcender etc etc etc
6. of course, u can also find it without flashget, but walk the
tree, download the stuff with just a point and click, and control
downloaded jobs.

have fun.

warning: Oracle is a beast. I downloaded it from ORACLE 9i web site.
(3 cd). "Trial" version but it keeps working after 30 days without any problems (u should buy a license i u want u want to put oracle 9i
u are running into "bussiness"

have fun