I need serious help on PHP?????????????

[wilbasket23]

hello, can anyone help me!!! I am new to php and just start to learn it. The problem is do i have to install apache and php software in order to program in php(if there is such software) Also, i use geocities to create my web sites. The problem is i try to wirte a php script. it doesn't show anything in the screen such as isn't there a step that i need to do to enable php in my web host such as Geo Cities. I am kind of confuse. Can anyone clarify that for me please!!!!!

[dj4uk]

Are you sure Geocities supports PHP?

[mosquito]

If you want a php enabled site you'll probably have to pay for it, or do a good research for a free provider (I'm sure they exist).

[Lain]

Most free webhosts restrict you from using CGI scripts because a badly written piece of code could lead a server vulnerable for attack.

I'd suggest finding a cheap host that supports it.

[mairving]

Originally posted by Lain Most free webhosts restrict you from using CGI scripts because a badly written piece of code could lead a server vulnerable for attack. I'd suggest finding a cheap host that supports it.

Don't confuse him further, Lain. CGI scripts are mostly perl based.

You do have to be careful with freehosts. Some can end up costing you. Many will offer free hosting if you buy the domain name from them. Well guess who owns the domain name, they do. If you want to move it somewhere else, the charge is usually $50-200. I am sure that there are some free hosts that support PHP. You may look for some here for info on free hosts.

[Arbzask]

for best results, you'll want to run apache (apache.org) php (php.net) and mysql (mysql.com). set them up, theres good tutorials on webmonkey.com. i dont think you understand php, which is a server side scripting language which is parsed through php.exe, if you dont have php installed on your server, it cant be read. hope this helps