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Learn how to truncate MySQL tables from the CLI using this article from Nexcess. Truncation of MySQL tables is simple with these eight simple steps.

Let's examine the history of MySQL and MariaDB and see how they compare — MySQL vs. MariaDB — and the performance advantages behind why the Nexcess application stack is built using MariaDB.

Truncating MariaDB/MySQL tables allows you to easily remove all data from the chosen MySQL database tables without having to manually delete and recreate them.

Exporting a MySQL database helps create a database backup for a website restoration process, cloning, or migration to a new server. You can export/import MySQL databases using different tools.

This post will introduce you to the top six free MariaDB and MySQL GUI tools available in 2024. Whether you're a novice or an expert, chances are you'll find the tool suitable for your needs.

With regard to database tables and storage engines, after learning why we would want to convert MyISAM to InnoDB for better performance, let’s review four methods for doing so.

With regard to WordPress database setup and security, establishing a custom prefix for your database tables will harden your site against database-based hacker attacks.

MySQL Workbench provides an easy-to-use visual interface for managing your SQL servers and databases using remote connections — a very convenient feature.