how to run mysql on WAMP?

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swetha
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how to run mysql on WAMP?

Post by swetha »

hi,
i have installed "WAMP" in my machine.i am able to execute PHP in my machine through localhost,but how do i connect to mysql from my machine.i clicked on wamp server icon,then clicked on "Mysql" option ,then clicked on "mysql console",but i get a command prompt screen asking for pwd.what pwd do i enter for this?kindly help.
Hannes2k
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Re: how to run mysql on WAMP?

Post by Hannes2k »

Hi,
I use XAMPP and everthing works fine. The mysql server is automatically installed and configured, so you have just to execute one batch file to start your whole (apache+mysql) system.
And: phpMyAdmin is also a part of XAMPP, so just open localhost/phpmyadmin to configure your database.
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