Adding MySQL to the Apache Server for Windows.

What is MySQL?

SQL stands for Structured Query Language. It provides a standardized syntax by which different types of relational databases can be accessed.

MySQL runs as a server daemon to which users can connect. Once connected, a database can be selected and accessed if proper privileges are acquired.

"MySQL is a small, compact database server ideal for small - and not so small - applications. In addition to supporting standard SQL (ANSI), it compiles on a number of platforms and has multithreading abilities on Unix servers, which make for great performance. For non-Unix people, MySQL can be run as a service on Windows NT and as a normal process in Windows 95/98 machines.".....(www.hotwired.com/webmonkey)

MySQL on Your PC

To build and test MySQL databases on your PC you'll first install the Apache server for Windows. For novices the easiest path is to find an installation package that includes the Apache server, PERL, PHP and MySQL.

Where to Get the Software

The best source we have found for getting the Apache server and MySQL for installation on your PC is HotScripts.com Web Development Portal. Resource links, descriptions and reviews are all available on this website.

MySQL Tutorials

After you have installed and tested MySQL the following are some resources that you can use to complete your education:

• PHP/MySQL Tutorial (Here)
• w3schools.com
• mysql.com
• hotwired.com/webmonkey