Client-Library (server-side) cursors replace several types of DB-Library functionality:
DB-Library cursors
Client-Library cursors are faster than DB-Library cursors. However, Client-Library cursors offer fewer scrolling options than DB-Library cursors.
DB-Library browse mode
Although Client-Library supports browse mode, cursors provide the same functionality in a more portable and flexible manner.
DB-Library applications that use cursors or browse mode can benefit from redesign to use Client-Library cursors.
For more information on Client-Library cursors, see “Client-Library cursors”.