Ever had that problem with running the php extensions on windows? Bet you're sick and tired of seeing that error message "Unable to load /php_.dll". I kept having that, but I've finally solved it!!
The first time i tried running php was after using the windows installer-method of doing it and I downloaded the .dll files from another site.
However, I wondered what would happen when I tried the other way of doing things, i.e. using the windows binaries.
And it worked!!! So now you know, dont download the windows install file, download the windows binaries, follow the directions in the "Install.txt" file and bob's your uncle (or aunt if he's that way inclined.....)
Hope this helps every,
P