Apache, MysQL and PHP for Windows could be a nice nice thing to have on your Windows workstation. You could try and experiment with all kinds of nice PHP and MySQL based applications right on your Windows desktop running Apache, instead of having to access a full-featured server.
Most people have Windows as their workstation and it can be sometimes difficult to switch to another operating system. So, you may have always wanted to run PHP applications on your Windows machine but wondered if it is too difficult to install or if the hassle will be worth it.
This article gives you the essential information to get started right away. Even if you are a seasoned PHP, MySQL and Apache guru, the checklist below will still be helpful in your installation process.
There are lots of 3rd party software that bundles Apache, MySQL & PHP in one package and installs them on our computer. We do not recommend this and suggest that you directly get Apache, MySQL & PHP from their official sites.
Apache
1. Get Apache 1.3.33 from here: http://httpd.apache.org/download.cgi.
2. Choose a mirror close to you and in the same page, look for the Win32 Binary (Self extracting) file: apache_1.3.33-win32-x86-no_src.exe.
3. Download the file and save it on your hard disk. Run the installer and the self- extracting wizard will guide you through the rest of the steps. Choose all the default settings and run Apache as a service.
4. Remember to put "localhost" when asked for a Server name/Domain name. Use "administrator@localhost" when asked for the administrative email account.
5. Now point your browser to: http://localhost and you should see an Apache Test Page.
6. You can change this page by creating an "index.html" page here "C:Program FilesApache GroupApachehtdocs".
7. You can manually start and stop the Apache server. In a Windows command prompt, type "net stop apache" or "net start apache".
MySQL
1. Get MySQL 4.1.7 from here: http://dev.mysql.com/downloads/mysql/4.1.html
2. Under the Windows downloads section, choose Windows Essentials (x86) and click on the Pick a Mirror link.
3. Download the file mysql-4.1.7-essential-win.msi and save it on your hard disk. Run the installer and the self-extracting wizard will guide you through the rest of the steps. Remember the root password when prompted for it in the installation process.
4. Once the installation is done, on your Windows toolbar, go to "Start->Programs- >MySQL->MySQL Server 4.1->MySQL Command Line Client".
5. Type the root password and you should be logged in to the MySQL shell.
6. Type "show databases;" to see the list of databases. Type "quit" when you are done.
PHP
1. Get PHP 4.3.10 from here: http://www.php.net/downloads.php
2. Under the Windows Binaries section, choose the file: PHP 4.3.10 zip package size 7,405Kb dated 15 Dec 2004.
3. Download the file and save it on your hard disk. Unzip the file and rename the extracted folder to "php". Now move this folder "php" and place it under "C: Program Files".
4. Move all the files under "C:Program Filesphpdlls" and "C:Program Filesphpsapi" to here: "C:Program Filesphp".
5. Copy the file php.ini-recommended to "C:WINDOWS" and rename it to php.ini
6. Edit your Apache "httpd.conf" configuration file located here: "C:Program FilesApache GroupApacheconf".
7. Add the following lines in httpd.conf:
LoadModule php4_module "C:/Program Files/php/php4apache.dll"
AddModule mod_php4.c
AddType application/x-httpd-php .php
8. Now stop your server by issuing the following command in Windows command prompt: "net stop apache". Then type "net start apache" to start your server. We are now going to test the PHP installation.
9. Go to "C:Program FilesApache GroupApachehtdocs" and create a file test.php
10. Edit test.php and add the following code:
11. Point your browser to http://localhost/test.php and you should see a lot of PHP configuration information.
Congratulations! You now have Apache, MySQL and PHP installed in your computer. Now you can install your favorite script right on your Windows workstation.
Sanjib Ahmad, Freelance Writer and Product Consultant for Business.Marc8.com - Business Best Sellers.
You are free to use this article in its entirety as long as you leave all links in place, do not modify the content, and include the resource box listed above.
![]() |
|
![]() |
|
![]() |
|
![]() |
Feeling overwhelmed in selecting a new TV? With all the... Read More
The year is 1981. IBM has just released the Personal... Read More
I recently got an e-mail asking about virtual memory. The... Read More
Getting started with video editing is very simple you only... Read More
Understanding digital camera prices makes finding the best camera value... Read More
The following practice, if done regularly, may help you to... Read More
Google, in their march to stay ahead of the pack... Read More
First things first, what is Firefox? Well, it's a browser.... Read More
The battle is heating up for market share, home movie... Read More
How long do you think DVDs have around? 20 years?... Read More
I'm eighty-one years old and I bought my first computer... Read More
A friend told me: "My computer startup seems to be... Read More
If you're a computer expert, you'll probably already know about... Read More
So I'll start from the very beginning.One day I was... Read More
So you've got some spyware, ad-ware, or viruses on your... Read More
Do you use Windows standard uninstall feature? How do you... Read More
I have always been interested in computers, but in the... Read More
It's free, it comes with Windows and it's used by... Read More
Saving Lives With A Pocket PCFree medical downloads can be... Read More
Digital Video Disc or as it is sometimes referred to... Read More
I have a p3 500MHz PC with 128MB RAM, 10.2... Read More
When browsing the internet you are likely to come across... Read More
When you think of a help desk, what do you... Read More
Stop Getting LostOne of the greatest uses for a pocket... Read More
With the new technology used to transfer information to from... Read More
Enhanced Definition Television ? also known as EDTV ? is... Read More
Are you stymied by the vast offerings in cheap mp3... Read More
Cisco Certification: Taking Your First Certification ExamYou've studied hard; you've... Read More
You use Ctrl+Alt+Del to see what's running on your PC,... Read More
A Computer in Your HandCarrying around an address book and... Read More
Do you remember the old saw about how computers would... Read More
The Internet is an awesome tool, but be careful and... Read More
As the Web grows more crowded and just plain "noisy"... Read More
If you use a computer, you need to know more... Read More
1. Before sitting down for coding, you must have formal... Read More
Have you ever thought about building your own computer system?... Read More
I'm eighty-one years old and I bought my first computer... Read More
Get started creating web pages using text files and HTML... Read More
For six years, my Samsung PC 13.8 inch SyncMaster conventional... Read More
One of the most confusing parts of beginning your Cisco... Read More
iPod users start to get the picture and it's turning... Read More
As the Web grows more crowded and just plain "noisy"... Read More
Feeling overwhelmed in selecting a new TV? With all the... Read More
ComputersBusinesses and individuals alike have all grown to rely on... Read More
Cisco Certification: Taking Your First Certification ExamYou've studied hard; you've... Read More
Many computer users are worried about their computer's performance. After... Read More
After reading this good article you will know some important... Read More
There have been some questions on anti-skip protection on mp3... Read More
There are many sources of heat that can raise the... Read More
Are you thinking of buying an Apple iPod? Or have... Read More
Has This Ever Happened To You? OK.. it's Friday night,... Read More
IntroOne of the big advantages of PCs over earlier types... Read More
MMC and SDFlash memory is available in so many formats... Read More
Google, in their march to stay ahead of the pack... Read More
"Aaaaaahhhhhh! I've been invaded by a virus!" Getting a virus... Read More
I am going to assume that you are running windows... Read More
If you have a computer for home use or for... Read More
"Automated Testing" is automating the manual testing process currently in... Read More
Although there are many things that can affect the performance... Read More
With renting methods such as online DVD rental and pay-per-view,... Read More
All over the world, people carry with them walkmans and... Read More
A Computer in Your HandCarrying around an address book and... Read More
If you utilize a computer at home or work it... Read More
HTTP ProtocolThe web is run on port 80. You are... Read More
Ad Blocking is getting to be a common sport on... Read More
The DNS (Domain Name System) servers are what your computer... Read More
Personal Technology |