MySQL is the data base component of the LAMP open source solution stack that is used in building general purpose web servers running a Linux OS. Other operating systems use essentially the same software bundle such as WAMP for Microsoft Windows, MAMP for Mac OS, SAMP for Solaris and OAMP for OpenBSD.A database is a structured collection of data. It could be anything from a simple shopping list to a photo gallery. In order to access and process data stored on a computer, a database management system is needed.
Pronounced My S-Q-L, MySQL is a relational database management system, which means it stores data in separate tables rather than compiling it all in one place. This adds speed and flexibility to accessing the data.Written in C and C++, MySQL is named after co-founder Michael “Monty” Widenius’ daughter, My. The SQL part of MySQL stands for “Structured Query Language.” It is the most common standardized language used to access databases.Acquired by Sun Microsystems in 2008, MySQL is now a subsidiary of Oracle which purchased Sun in April of 2009.
MySQL software is Open Source. That means:It’s freeAnyone can use itAnyone can modify itMySQL uses the GPL (General Public License)
Applications which use MySQL databases include: Drupal, Joomla, TYPO3 and of course…WordPress!
WordPress uses MySQL because it is extremely fast, reliable and easy to use. It’s also the most widely available database server in the world and supported by thousands of low-cost Linux hosts. MySQL databases allow WP sites to store data or automate procedures such as configuring for multi-user contributor, form queries and verification,
