MariaDB is a popular open-source database management system, often used as a replacement for MySQL. This step by step guide will walk you through the installation of MariaDB on CentOS 7.
Updating System Packages
Start by updating your system’s packages:
sudo yum update -y
Installing MariaDB
Install MariaDB using the CentOS package manager:
sudo yum install mariadb-server mariadb -y
Starting and Enabling MariaDB
Enable and start the MariaDB service:
sudo systemctl start mariadb sudo systemctl enable mariadb
Securing MariaDB
Run the `mysql_secure_installation` script to secure your database:
sudo mysql_secure_installation
Follow the prompts to set a root password, remove anonymous users, disallow root login remotely, and remove the test database.
Accessing MariaDB
Access the MariaDB shell:
mysql -u root -p
Enter your root password when prompted.
MariaDB is now installed and secured on your CentOS 7 server. It’s ready for use in your applications or websites that require a database management system.
