Appendix A. Getting Started with MySQL
If you are new to MySQL, here is what you need to know to get started.
What You’ll Need
To start using MySQL and to follow along with the chapters in this book, you will need access to a MySQL server and copies of client applications (software used to access the server).
You do not need your own installed copy of MySQL, but you do need access to a server. You basically have two options:
Access to an existing MySQL server, perhaps one by your hosting company or place of business or school. To use this server you will be granted a server account (a login name and password).
You may download and install a free copy of the MySQL server for installation on your own computer (MySQL runs on all major platforms including ...
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