We explain step by step how to install Apache2, MySQL and PhpMyAdmin on Debian and its derivatives. It serves as a guide for those who want to install Apache directly instead of using XAMPP.
Installing Apache#
Don't forget to press Enter after each command.
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install apache2
After running these commands, type localhost or your IP address in your browser's address bar. If Apache is working properly, you can see the default Apache page.
Installing MySQL#
sudo apt-get install mysql-server mysql-client
During installation, you will be asked to enter a password. Set your password and confirm it.
sudo systemctl status mysql
When you run this command, you should get an output indicating that MySQL is running.
Installing MariaDB (Optional)#
Those who want to install MariaDB can use the following command:
sudo apt-get install mariadb-server mariadb-client
Run the following command to make security settings:
sudo mysql_secure_installation
Enter your root password on the incoming screen and complete the security configurations.
Installing PHP#
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:ondrej/php
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt install php7.0-mysql php7.0-curl php7.0-json php7.0-cgi php7.0 libapache2-mod-php7.0
To verify the installation:
php -v
You can check your PHP version by running this command.
Restart Apache:
sudo systemctl restart apache2
Installing PhpMyAdmin#
sudo apt-get install phpmyadmin
During installation, select Apache2 and enter your root password for database management.
If you get a 404 Not Found error when accessing phpMyAdmin, run the following commands:
sudo ln -s /etc/phpmyadmin/apache.conf /etc/apache2/conf-available/phpmyadmin.conf
sudo a2enconf phpmyadmin.conf
sudo service apache2 reload
You can access phpMyAdmin by typing localhost/phpmyadmin in your browser. If you get "The mbstring extension is missing" error, run the following commands:
sudo apt-get install libapache2-mod-php7.0
sudo apt-get install php7.0-mbstring
sudo service apache2 restart
If you encounter any errors during installation, you can leave a comment. Good work!
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