How to Uninstall MySQL in CentOS 7
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Summary: Learn how to properly uninstall MySQL from your CentOS 7 server step-by-step. Follow these instructions to safely remove MySQL and its associated components from your system.
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Uninstalling MySQL from a CentOS 7 server involves several steps to ensure a clean removal of the software and its associated files. Here’s a step-by-step guide to properly uninstall MySQL:
Stop MySQL Service:
Before uninstalling MySQL, you need to stop the MySQL service. You can do this by running the following command in your terminal:
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Disable MySQL Service:
After stopping the MySQL service, you should disable it to prevent it from starting up automatically on system boot. Run the following command:
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Remove MySQL Packages:
Next, you’ll need to remove the MySQL packages from your system. Use the following command to uninstall MySQL and its dependencies:
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Remove MySQL Data Directory:
MySQL stores its data in a specific directory. To ensure a complete removal, you should delete this directory. By default, the data directory is located at /var/lib/mysql. Use the following command to remove it:
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Remove MySQL Configuration Files:
MySQL configuration files may still exist on your system even after uninstalling the packages. Remove these files using the following command:
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Clean Up Remaining Files:
Although you’ve uninstalled MySQL and removed its data and configuration files, there might still be some leftover files or directories related to MySQL. You can use the following command to search for any remaining MySQL files and delete them:
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Verify Uninstallation:
Once you’ve completed the above steps, you can verify that MySQL has been successfully uninstalled by trying to run the MySQL command-line client. If MySQL has been removed properly, you should see a message indicating that the command is not found.
By following these steps, you can ensure a clean and complete removal of MySQL from your CentOS 7 server.
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