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To start using PHP, you can:
- Choose a web host that supports PHP and MySQL
- Install a web server on your own computer, then install PHP and MySQL
Web Host With PHP Support
If your web host supports PHP, you don't need to take any additional steps. Simply create .php files, put them in your web directory, and the server will automatically parse them for you. There's no need to compile anything or install extra tools. Since PHP is free, most web hosts provide PHP support.
PHP on Your Own PC
If your web host doesn't support PHP, you can use your own PC. You'll need to:
- Install a web server
- Install PHP
- Install a database like MySQL
- The official PHP website (PHP.net) provides installation instructions for PHP:
http://php.net/manual/en/install.php
Installing a Local Server, PHP and Database using XAMPP
You can install a local server (Apache), PHP and a database like MySQL using XAMPP. Click here learn more.