From Win2000/IIS to Linux/Apache ?

4rxsid

Hi all,

I have PHP & MySQL installed on a Win2000/IIS system. I may be moving (due to requirements at work) to a Linux/Apache system in the near future.

I'm wondering if it's a hassle, or even possible, to move the MySQL database from the windows/IIS box to the Linux/Apache box? Any corruption, or other problems associated with this type of move?

Thanks!

P.S. I also have the option of leaving Win2000 in place but switching to Apache service. Would this be "worth" it? In other words, would that setup be a better web server environment (for PHP & MySQL) than the Win2000/IIS setup?

Sxooter

Yes, Apache on windows is probably a better environment for PHP/MySQL than IIS. If for no other reasons than the lower number of serious remote root exploits and the numbers of days (weeks, months, years??? ;⁾ they live for on IIS versus apache.

But, Linux is probably a better performer overall in terms of reliability and speed when running multiple services on an app server like that.

When moving from one platform to another, it's always a very good idea to dump and restore your database with the tools supplied by the developers and all.

Linux is pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Expect it to take a week or two for you to get a feel for it, then you're off. Look for a mentor if you have to switch OSes, it's much easier if you have a buddy with a Linux clue when you're trying to figure out how to do stuff.

mogster

Welcome to Linux/Apache! 😉

Another one won over to the Jedis

I've done several switches, exporting mysql from xp to linux and back several times. Never any problem, but my dbs aren't usually very large.
As for Apache, once you get to know it you'll want no other webserver, it's simply the best.
And the configuration does not demand rocket-scientist capabilities, so it is possible to get a good server by using mostly default values.

Be sure to get all the mod's you'll need, though!

knutm