Intro

Here is how to set up Microsofts MSDE for personal development.

Getting started

Download the MSDE from:
http://www.microsoft.com/sql/downloads/2000/sp3.asp

Select...

Here is how to set it up.
http://www.asp.net/msde/default.aspx?tabindex=0&tabid=1

Then you must go into services and start

MSSQLSERVER
SQLSERVERAGENT

Make sure both are on automatic.

um i hate to break it to you but this is the MicroSoft server forum. Here is a link to the MySql forum.

http://www.daniweb.com/techtalkforums/forum126.html