Newbie needs Basic Info

[cyberbiker]

Could some one point me to a good basic source of information about MYSQL?
I particularly need something about the syntax differences (if any) between the SQL language used by MySQL and that used by SQL Server 7.
Additionally, will MySQL run on a SCO Unix platform?
I really need to do some basic research before I can frame some sensible questions.
I have worked a bit with SCO Unix and Linux, but it has been some time, so the more basic this is the better for me.
Thanks

Terry (cyberbiker)

 

[sleipnir214]

MySQL is available in binary form for the platforms listed here:

http://www.mysql.com/downloads/mysql-4.0.html

I've never seen a list of the differences between the SQL implemented on SQL Server and the SQL implemented on MySQL. But this page will tell you the differences between MySQL and ANSI SQL-92:

http://www.mysql.com/doc/en/Differences_from_ANSI.html

Want the best answers? Ask the best questions:

http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html

TANSTAAFL!!

 

[cyberbiker]

You have been a big help.
I found several basic books last night on MySQL and have looked at the website.
I was suprised that MYSQL is available for windows and what passes for my brain has started working.
I will apoligize to this forum in advance for my future "stupid sounding" questions. I often do not express myself well, but I will study on this a bit and see what develops.
As another loyal Heinlein fan, I really hate to quote a politico, but "I'll be back"

Terry (cyberbiker)