MySQL is one of the most popular open-source relational database management systems. It is used by many websites and applications to store and retrieve data. In this article, we will be discussing how to install MySQL on a Linux machine using the generic binaries.

Before we begin, it’s important to note that there are different distributions of Linux, such as Ubuntu, Debian, and Fedora. The instructions in this article are for Ubuntu and Debian, but the process is similar for other distributions.

Let’s get started!

Prerequisites

Before you can install MySQL, you need to make sure that your Linux machine has the following:

• A user account with administrative privileges (i.e., the ability to run commands with sudo)
• A stable internet connection
• A terminal or command prompt window

Step 1: Download the Generic Binaries

The first step in installing MySQL is to download the generic binaries. These are pre-compiled versions of the software that can be easily installed on different types of systems.

To download the latest version of the MySQL community server, visit the official MySQL website at https://dev.mysql.com/downloads/mysql/ and click on the “Download” button under “MySQL Community Server”.

Choose the appropriate version for your system, and select the “Generic Linux” option. Once the download is complete, move the downloaded file to a directory of your choice.

Step 2: Install the MySQL package

The next step is to install the MySQL package. This can be done by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo dpkg -i mysql-apt-config_0.8.14-1_all.deb

This command will install the MySQL package, and it will also prompt you to configure the package.

Step 3: Configure the package

During the installation process, you will be prompted to configure the package. You can choose the default options, or you can customize the configuration to suit your needs.

Step 4: Install the MySQL server

Once the package is configured, you can proceed to install the MySQL server. This can be done by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install mysql-server

This command will install the MySQL server, and it will also prompt you to set a password for the root user.

Step 5: Start the MySQL service

The final step is to start the MySQL service. This can be done by running the following command in the terminal:

sudo service mysql start

This command will start the MySQL service and you will be able to access it by running the mysql command in the terminal

Step 6: Secure the installation

After the installation, it is important to secure the MySQL installation by running the mysql_secure_installation command. This command will help you to set a password for the root user, remove anonymous users, and disallow remote root login.

sudo mysql_secure_installation

Congratulations! You have successfully installed MySQL on your Linux machine using the generic binaries.

At this point, you can start using MySQL to create databases, tables, and users. The MySQL command-line client can be used to interact with the server, and various third-party tools can also be used to manage your MySQL databases.

In conclusion, installing MySQL on Linux using the generic binaries is a simple process that can be completed in a few steps.