Chapter 1. Maps of MySQL

MySQL and other Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) are complex pieces of software that consist of many components.

The maps provide a simplified view of how the various pieces of the system relate to each other and to common tasks. The maps are intended to help readers

  • Understand the major logical components of MySQL and RDBMSs

  • See how MySQL relates to its environment

  • Easily find the right section of the guide

The MySQL RDBMS

MySQL RDBMS

A Simplified View

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  1. One or more MySQL clients connect to one (or more) MySQL servers.

  2. Each client handles work such as

    • Initiating authentication, password hashing, and so forth

    • Reducing text ...

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