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MySQL Globalization
MySQL Information Schema
MySQL Installation Guide
Security in MySQL
Starting and Stopping MySQL
MySQL and Linux/Unix
MySQL and Windows
MySQL and macOS
MySQL and Solaris
Building MySQL from Source
MySQL Restrictions and Limitations
MySQL Partitioning
MySQL Tutorial
MySQL Performance Schema
MySQL Replication
Using the MySQL Yum Repository
MySQL NDB Cluster 8.0
Table of Contents
The MySQL software delivers a very fast, multithreaded, multi-user, and robust SQL (Structured Query Language) database server. MySQL Server is intended for mission-critical, heavy-load production systems as well as for embedding into mass-deployed software. Oracle is a registered trademark of Oracle Corporation and/or its affiliates. MySQL is a trademark of Oracle Corporation and/or its affiliates, and shall not be used by Customer without Oracle's express written authorization. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
The MySQL software is Dual Licensed. Users can choose to use the MySQL software as an Open Source product under the terms of the GNU General Public License (http://www.fsf.org/licenses/) or can purchase a standard commercial license from Oracle. Seehttp://www.mysql.com/company/legal/licensing/ for more information on our licensing policies.
The following list describes some sections of particular interest in this manual:
For a discussion of MySQL Database Server capabilities, seeSection 1.2.2, “The Main Features of MySQL”.
For an overview of new MySQL features, seeSection 1.3, “What Is New in MySQL 8.0”. For information about the changes in each version, see theRelease Notes.
For installation instructions, seeChapter 2,Installing MySQL. For information about upgrading MySQL, seeChapter 3,Upgrading MySQL.
For a tutorial introduction to the MySQL Database Server, seeChapter 5,Tutorial.
For information about configuring and administering MySQL Server, seeChapter 7,MySQL Server Administration.
For information about security in MySQL, seeChapter 8,Security.
For information about setting up replication servers, seeChapter 19,Replication.
For information about MySQL Enterprise, the commercial MySQL release with advanced features and management tools, seeChapter 32,MySQL Enterprise Edition.
For answers to a number of questions that are often asked concerning the MySQL Database Server and its capabilities, seeAppendix A,MySQL 8.0 Frequently Asked Questions.
For a history of new features and bug fixes, see theRelease Notes.
To report problems or bugs, please use the instructions atSection 1.5, “How to Report Bugs or Problems”. If you find a security bug in MySQL Server, please let us know immediately by sending an email message to<secalert_us@oracle.com>. Exception: Support customers should report all problems, including security bugs, to Oracle Support.
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MySQL Globalization
MySQL Information Schema
MySQL Installation Guide
Security in MySQL
Starting and Stopping MySQL
MySQL and Linux/Unix
MySQL and Windows
MySQL and macOS
MySQL and Solaris
Building MySQL from Source
MySQL Restrictions and Limitations
MySQL Partitioning
MySQL Tutorial
MySQL Performance Schema
MySQL Replication
Using the MySQL Yum Repository
MySQL NDB Cluster 8.0