Head in the Web™

So, as usual, I had to select options other than the defaults, even though legitimate options. Deviating from one of the below prevented getting the basics working:

6. The next screen in the dialog box lets you select the drive where your database is to be stored. If you have no particular preference, leave it at the default and click “Next” (I have always used a custom path to simplify my backups).

I love MySQL. I hate Vista, and regret having chosen it for my last computer build at a time when I knew I would be stuck with my choice due to personal bandwidth.

I’m trying the instructions found at http://www.thesitewizard.com/php/install-mysql-windows-vista.shtml and will update this post when complete…or totally stumped, whichever comes first.