MySQL /etc/mysql/mysql.cnf

Authentic ๐Ÿ“‹ Debian 9 (Stretch) 34 lines

File Info

Size
34 lines
MD5
53ae2664855ebc0842cc85c90a995cec
SHA256
1795e83b09cbec984caca2187642ab98a5dd78f57ec4a0268c4a0487749fe9c0

Quick Commands

curl:
curl https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/53ae2664855ebc0842cc85c90a995cec?hint=mysql.cnf
wget:
wget -O mysql.cnf https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/53ae2664855ebc0842cc85c90a995cec?hint=mysql.cnf
/etc/mysql/mysql.cnf
# Copyright (c) 2015, 2021, Oracle and/or its affiliates.
#
# This program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify
# it under the terms of the GNU General Public License, version 2.0,
# as published by the Free Software Foundation.
#
# This program is also distributed with certain software (including
# but not limited to OpenSSL) that is licensed under separate terms,
# as designated in a particular file or component or in included license
# documentation.  The authors of MySQL hereby grant you an additional
# permission to link the program and your derivative works with the
# separately licensed software that they have included with MySQL.
#
# This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful,
# but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of
# MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  See the
# GNU General Public License, version 2.0, for more details.
#
# You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License
# along with this program; if not, write to the Free Software
# Foundation, Inc., 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301  USA

#
# The MySQL  Server configuration file.
#
# For explanations see
# http://dev.mysql.com/doc/mysql/en/server-system-variables.html

# * IMPORTANT: Additional settings that can override those from this file!
#   The files must end with '.cnf', otherwise they'll be ignored.
#
!includedir /etc/mysql/conf.d/
!includedir /etc/mysql/mysql.conf.d/

How to Install MySQL

Debian

sudo apt update && sudo apt install mysql-server

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

sudo yum install mysql-server

Ubuntu

sudo apt update && sudo apt install mysql-server

Configuration File Location

File Path
/etc/mysql/mysql.cnf
Directory
/etc/mysql/
Significance
System-wide configuration directory
Description
Files in /etc/ contain system-wide configuration settings that affect all users.

Complete MySQL Configuration Guide

What is mysql.cnf?
Access the authentic 'mysql.cnf' (my.cnf) configuration file from a fresh MySQL installation on Debian 9 (Stretch). This is the exact default configuration that ships with the official MySQL package, essential for database recovery, performance tuning, and understanding baseline settings.
Technical Details
Located at '/etc/mysql/mysql.cnf', this 34-line file controls InnoDB buffer pool, query cache, connection limits, binary logging, and replication settings. Powers millions of databases worldwide, from small applications to enterprise data warehouses processing terabytes daily.
Common Configuration Question
How do you configure MySQL for optimal performance, security, and high availability on Debian 9?
Why Use This Configuration?
This factory-default configuration includes memory optimization, security hardening, and performance tuning parameters. Critical for database administrators, backend developers, and DevOps engineers managing production MySQL deployments.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I use this mysql.cnf file?

Use this original configuration file when you need to restore MySQL to its default state after misconfiguration, during fresh installations, or as a baseline for customization. It's particularly useful for troubleshooting when your current config isn't working properly.

How do I restore MySQL to default settings?

Download this file and replace your current configuration at /etc/mysql/mysql.cnf. Make sure to backup your existing configuration first, then restart the MySQL service to apply the changes.

Is this mysql.cnf file secure for production use?

This is the factory-default configuration that ships with MySQL on Debian 9 (Stretch). While it provides a secure baseline, you should review and customize security settings based on your specific production requirements and compliance needs.

What's the difference between this and other OS versions?

This configuration is specifically from Debian 9 (Stretch). Different operating systems and versions may have slightly different default settings, security patches, or feature availability. Check the compatibility section above for other OS versions.

Can I use this configuration file for MySQL troubleshooting?

Yes, this original configuration is excellent for troubleshooting. Compare it with your current settings to identify modifications that might be causing issues, or temporarily replace your config with this one to isolate problems.