Are you having trouble installing MySQL server on your system? You're not alone. Many developers face the 'Package MySQL Server Has No Installation Candidate' issue. This comprehensive guide will help you resolve this problem and get MySQL server up and running on your system.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Step-by-step Guide
- Step 1: Update Package List
- Step 2: Add MySQL APT Repository
- Step 3: Update Package List Again
- Step 4: Install MySQL Server
- FAQs
- Related Links
Introduction
The 'Package MySQL Server Has No Installation Candidate' issue usually occurs when the package is either not available in the repository or the package name is incorrect. In this guide, we will go through a step-by-step process to resolve this issue and install MySQL server successfully.
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Update Package List
Before we begin, it is essential to ensure that the package list on your system is up to date. Run the following command to update the package list:
sudo apt-get update
Step 2: Add MySQL APT Repository
The default Ubuntu repositories may not have the latest MySQL server package. To fix this, we need to add the official MySQL APT repository to our system.
First, download the MySQL APT repository configuration package using the following command:
wget https://dev.mysql.com/get/mysql-apt-config_0.8.17-1_all.deb
Next, install the downloaded package using the following command:
sudo dpkg -i mysql-apt-config_0.8.17-1_all.deb
During the installation, you may be prompted to select the MySQL version you want to install. Choose the desired version and proceed.
Step 3: Update Package List Again
Now that we have added the MySQL APT repository, we need to update the package list to include the packages from the new repository. Run the following command:
sudo apt-get update
Step 4: Install MySQL Server
With the package list updated, you should now be able to install MySQL server without any issues. Run the following command to install MySQL server:
sudo apt-get install mysql-server
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation. MySQL server should now be installed and running on your system.
FAQs
1. How do I check if MySQL server is installed and running on my system?
Run the following command to check the status of the MySQL server:
sudo systemctl status mysql
If the MySQL server is running, you should see an output indicating that the service is active.
2. How do I start or stop the MySQL server?
To start the MySQL server, run the following command:
sudo systemctl start mysql
To stop the MySQL server, run the following command:
sudo systemctl stop mysql
3. How do I uninstall MySQL server from my system?
To uninstall MySQL server, run the following command:
sudo apt-get remove --purge mysql-server
4. How do I secure my MySQL server installation?
After installing MySQL server, it is highly recommended to run the mysql_secure_installation script to secure your installation. Run the following command:
sudo mysql_secure_installation
Follow the on-screen prompts to apply necessary security settings.
5. How do I connect to a MySQL server using the command line?
To connect to a MySQL server using the command line, run the following command:
mysql -u root -p
Enter your password when prompted, and you will be connected to the MySQL server.