Guide for Initiating and Halting MySQL Server on Windows and Linux Systems
In the world of databases, managing MySQL servers is an essential skill for both small development setups and production environments. Here's a straightforward guide on how to start and stop MySQL servers on Linux and Windows systems.
On Linux:
Starting and stopping MySQL servers on Linux can be achieved through various methods, but the most common approach is using the command line. With systemd-based distributions, you can use :
- Start: (or depending on installation)
- Stop:
- Restart:
Alternatively, you can use the command:
- Start:
- Stop:
In some cases, you may choose to start the server directly from the terminal using the command, but this is less common in managed setups.
On Windows:
For Windows users, controlling MySQL servers can be done through Services management (services.msc), Command Prompt, or MySQL Workbench.
- Using Services management (services.msc): Open the Run dialog (Win+R), type , find the MySQL service, then click Start or Stop.
- Using Command Prompt: To start manually, run the executable, typically located in . To stop, use the MySQL admin tool with: This requires the root password if set.
- Using MySQL Workbench: Open Workbench, go to the Server menu, select Startup/Shutdown tab, and click Start Server or Stop Server as needed.
Summary Table:
| Platform | Method | Command / Action | |----------|---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Linux | Systemctl | | | Linux | Service Command | | | Windows | Services.msc | Open services, find MySQL service, click Start/Stop | | Windows | Command Prompt | Start: Stop: | | Windows | MySQL Workbench | Server > Startup/Shutdown > Start Server / Stop Server |
This covers the common ways to control MySQL on both Linux and Windows across command line, services, and GUI (Workbench). Note that paths and service names may vary depending on version and installation choices.
This article is authored by Nikhil Kalburgi, who specialises in SQL. For more insights on SQL, stay tuned for his upcoming articles.
[1]: Link to original source for more detailed information [2]: Link to MySQL documentation for more detailed commands and options [5]: Link to systemd documentation for more detailed information
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