Re: Problems installing MariaDB

[Richard Owlett <rowlett@cloud85.net>]

On 06/29/2018 08:09 AM, Roberto C. Sánchez wrote:
> On Fri, Jun 29, 2018 at 07:59:57AM -0500, Richard Owlett wrote:
> > I have not used a relational database since dBASEII was current.
> > About a year ago I attempted to install MariaDB but didn't find tutorial
> > which was a close enough match to my system.
> >
> > I found (and attempted to follow) instructions at:
> >     https://www.tecmint.com/install-mariadb-in-debian/
> >     https://www.linode.com/docs/databases/mariadb/mariadb-setup-debian/
> >
> > I successfully did:
> >     apt-get install software-properties-common
> >     apt-get install mariadb-server mariadb-client
>
> First, I do not recommend that you follow the instructions on those
> pages for adding new repositories.  It is aboslutely unnecessary.
> Debian stretch ships official packages for MaraiaDB 10.1 and unless you
> have a specific need to use packges from a third-party, it is best to
> steer clear of that.

I used the standard Debian repository.

> > *BUT* both references auto-magically go to a GUI setup screen.
> > I'm using Debian 9 with MATE.
> > I don't find anything related on the Applications nor System menus.
> > Help please.
> What specifically is it that you are looking for on the menu?  What are
> you trying to do?

The initial setup to create users and associated passwords specifically.
Also anything else required for using it for the first time.