Here’s why you might want to install MySQL onWindows 10and how to do so.
Why Install MySQL on Windows 10?
MySQL is free,open-source software, and you could even download the source code if you like.
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Why would you want to do this?
you could create your own databases, either for educational purposes or keep track of important items at home.
SelectMySQLCommunity (GPL) Downloads.
The Community Edition is the free, open-source version of MySQL.
The main functionality of MySQL is largely intact for both versions.
On the following page, selectMySQL Community Server.
Filename will vary depending on the MySQL version.
Finally, enter to your Oracle account.
You’ll see the different installation types.
SelectApplicationsto expand it, then select everything exceptMySQL for Visual Studio.
Again, select theright-facing arrowto line it up for installation.
Finally, selectDocumentation, and add its items.
This option provides some example databases you might look through.
you’re able to selectShow Detailsto see the status of the installation.
Now the installer will start downloading MySQL.
If you chose the"web"download earlier, you’ll see progress indicators for each download.
Once everything downloads, MySQL will start installing.
Once theStatusof each item changes toComplete, selectNext.
The wizard will then lead you through configuration.
Configure the MySQL Server as follows:
SelectExecuteto apply configurations.
SelectFinishto apply your configurations.
Repeat this process for other components.
SelectFinishto complete the installation.
You don’t need to start any of the apps at this stage.
you’ve got the option to start and stop the server from theWindows Services app.
In the Windows Search box, enterservices.
SelectOpento spin up the Services app.
Once the Services app launches, locate the MySQL service.
pick the MySQL service, and you’ll get options in the left pane.
If the service is stopped, selectStart.
If it’s already running, you might selectRestart,Pause, orStop.
you might use this to ensure MySQL is only running when you want to use it.
