Installing MySQL on a MacBook Pro

[jaylaw1]

Is there a Universal MySQL 5 build available for Mac OS X?

[NogDog]

http://dev.mysql.com/downloads/mysql/5.0.html#Mac_OS_X_(package_format)

[jaylaw1]

Pardon my noobness...But I am unsure as to which one to download. I have a MBP with an Intel Core Duo. So, am I looking for the x86, 64-bit, or 32-bit?

[NogDog]

If it's "Intel Core Duo", then I believe you want the 32-bit version. If it's "Intel Core 2 Duo", then the 64-bit version. But I'm not a Mac user, so you might want to confirm my understanding about the difference between the two processors with someone who knows more than I (or check your 'puters manuals to see if they clarify it for you).

[bfulda]

I'm pretty sure you could download either one. It just depends on what type of db you plan on making. Industrial strength or home music library. Try here for more information:

---->http://www.mamp.info/en/index.php

Hope that helps!

[bfulda]

and btw NogDog,

You are correct in your understanding of the two different processors. The Core Duo is 32 bit and the Core2 Duo is 64 bit. I actually made a mistake on my last post. Most any 32 bit app is compatible with a 32 bit and/or a 64 bit system. But a 64 bit app is usually for a 64 bit system only.