===== SoCS MYSQL Databases =====

==== Overview ====

Students enrolled in CIS*2750 or later courses have access to a MYSQL Database.  The database name is the same as your Central Login Username. Students are unable to create additional databases, but can create tables as needed within their provided database.

==== Connecting ====

Connecting to MYSQL is available from on campus, on either the wireless or wired networks, or remotely using the [[https://uoguelphca.sharepoint.com/sites/ccs/SitePages/anyconnect-vpn-user-guide.aspx|campus VPN]]. Connect with the following command <code>mysql -h dursley.socs.uoguelph.ca -u <Central Login ID> -p</code>

The -u user flag can be omitted if you are connecting from one of the SoCS Servers.