where in the manual does it explain how to set up the root password after an install? i understand that should be the first thing done. as the admin of mysql on my server, should the only method i use to login be by root and said password? OR should i make another username/password for myself with full privileges? TIA --------------------------------------------------------------------- Before posting, please check: http://www.mysql.com/manual.php (the manual) http://lists.mysql.com/ (the list archive) To request this thread, e-mail <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, e-mail <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Trouble unsubscribing? Try: http://lists.mysql.com/php/unsubscribe.php