[robert4442]

have a memebship site that allows members to get into a protected directory. I am using a manual way of puting the username and passwrod for each memebr. I need to start using some type of database so I won't have to continue to have to set this up manually. When a member joins and pays his or her fee they will get a username and password via email. The user name and [assword will be put into a database so when they login in they will gain access to the members area.

I am using a linux based hosting server that supports php and mySQL. They charges too much for a mySQL interface. The only other way to get to mySQL is through the use of telnet.

Can I use Accessatabase instead if getting to mySQL is going to be difficult.

My problem is I don't know how the set up a connection to mySQL and if there are php scripts that can help me without having to reinvent the wheel.

I am looking at a program called DBQWIKSITE that is supposed to write the php for you. Any comments about this program.

You direction would be appreciated.

[brendandonhu]

If you want to write your own script, sending MySQL queries through PHP is relatively easy
http://php.net/mysql

If you want to you a pre-written script, there are tons for this purpose at
http://hotscripts.com and other script sites. Browse around the Shopping Cart and E-Commerce categories and you will find some that can sell access to files.