How to Uninstall MAMP and Resolve Conflicts with MySQL

Are you experiencing issues with MAMP on your Mac OS Leopard system? If so, it's likely due to a conflict between the two MySQL installations on your computer. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of uninstalling MAMP and resolving conflicts with MySQL.

Understanding the Conflict

When you installed MAMP, a conflict arose between the MySQL installation from MAMP and the one you previously installed separately. This is because both instances are trying to use the same port number, leading to errors when attempting to connect to the host name and password.

Uninstalling MAMP

To uninstall MAMP, simply delete the MAMP directory and everything will return to its original state (MAMP does not alter anything on your normal macOS). You can do this by deleting the 'Applications/MAMP_current_date' folder. However, if you have installed MAMP Cloud Functions, you'll need to additionally remove your '/Library/Application Support/appsolute/MAMP' directory.

Upgrading Your Database Data

When you start your servers in MAMP, you will be asked to upgrade your database data. You can choose to keep the original setup or upgrade to MySQL 5.7. It's recommended that you confirm all data has been transferred correctly before starting MAMP.

Additional Tips and Guidance

* If you're using MAMP PRO, use the uninstaller provided with the software to remove it.

* Your existing 'htdocs' folder will be moved to your new '/Applications/MAMP' folder.

* The System Installer will guide you through the installation process.

* Double click on the file 'MAMP_MAMP_PRO_5.0.pkg' in your Downloads folder.

In conclusion, uninstalling MAMP and resolving conflicts with MySQL can be a straightforward process if you follow these steps. Remember to backup your database data before upgrading from MAMP 4 to MAMP 5, and ensure you have administrator permissions to install MAMP. By following these guidelines, you'll be able to resolve the conflict and get back to building sites using Joomla!.

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