Downloading and running Xampp

Downloading the older version i.e. Xampp 1.7.1 zip file from:

http://sourceforge.net/projects/xampp/files/XAMPP%20Windows/1.7.1/xampp-win32-

1.7.1.zip/download

In WinRAR , which I used , (or equivalent : WinZip, 7Zip etc.)

Edit , use cursor to select all files , Extract to C:\Xampp

Go to C: to check.

Files are in the wrong folder C:\Xampp\ xampp .

Managed to cut files from xampp within Xampp. Delete xampp subfolder.
Go to C:\Xampp and paste. OK.Files are now in C:\Xampp , as required.
ok

2pm


Now localhost shows nothing - so must need to RUN apache etc.
2.04 - Consult document
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2.35 resume - Document - Joomla Quickstart Guide p.4
Download Xampp - done already
Run setup....

apache_start

mysql_start

Test localhost: In browser type: http://localhost
It works !
get Xampp screen
http://localhost/xampp/splash.php

So, Xampp has successfully installed a server locally on my PC.Key ingredients are:

- Apache server
- MySQL database management system (DBMS) and
- PHP.