installation help

[droidus]

I am trying to install the jdbc connector for my program, but don't understand how to install it. can someone please guide me through the steps?

thanks.

[doWhile]

Depends what environment you are using...for command line, see Setting the class path If you use an IDE, look how you can add the library to your classpath.

[droidus]

how about in eclipse? i am using the ide version.

[doWhile]

Google is your friend...one of the top hits: FAQ How do I add an extra library to my project's classpath? - Eclipsepedia

[droidus]

still not able to connect...

i noticed this on my server:

Your MySQL databases are stored behind a firewall to protect your data. You can only access each one exclusively through your server. Direct access to your MySQL databases using a home PC (external ODBC connection) cannot be established.

and is this right?: String url = "jdbc:mysql:http://myDBSite.com";
conn = DriverManager.getConnection (url, userName, password);