Greg Sabino Mullane wrote:
> I am curious however, as to what the future vision of autovacuum is.
> Will it be so efficient that it won't impact all but the busiest tables?
I think so; the guys with the dead space map ideas would know.
> Will it be able to figure out the best time to vacuum on its own?
No -- the admin will still need to configure it, of course.
> Will it stop itself mid-run if the need arises?
That's the idea if we get cancellable vacuum, yes.
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