XAMPP is an easy-to-use multi-platform package that installs Apache, MySQL, PHP, phpMyAdmin, and a whole slew of other software useful for dynamic web development on your computer. Installation is painless, and configuration minimal. This page guides you through installing the package on both Windows and Mac OS X . You can also read general notes about using XAMPP. Installing on Windows First download the file from the sourceforge or click here DOWNLOAD XAMPP Run the installer. If you want, you can choose to install the Apache and MySQL servers as services, which will make them start automatically every time you start Windows. If you don't choose this option, you will need to use the XAMPP Control Panel application to start the servers individually each time you need them. This may be desirable if you don't intend to use your servers that often. Upon completion of installation, the XAMPP Control Panel will open (if not, click Start » All Programs » Apache Frien