If you ever want to create a link directory, state directory,
article directory or a dating site you need to know about
creating database driven web sites. This may seem like a
daunting task at first, if you have never done it, however
I was in the same boat as you. It is not as difficult as
you think.

Benefits of building database driven web sites

    * Store vast amounts of information about your products or
      services.
    * Efficient data sorting and retrieval
    * Complex queries and statistical analysis performed relatively
      easily.
    * Separate site design from site's content.
    * Create new pages on the fly without manually creating or
      editing new web pages.
    * Makes it easy for client to post content, update records
      without the need to know html or rely on a web developer.
    * Advanced search capabilities.
    * Attract repeat visitors with fresh and constantly updated content.
    * Update site information online without the need to upload web
      pages.
    * Site maintenance greatly reduced.
    * Enhance web interactivity

Requirements

MySQL - to retrieve information from a database, you first
need to have a database. That's where MySQL comes in.
MySQL is a relat