Install on Windows
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Double-click the MySQL Installer (MSI) you downloaded.
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Choose Developer Default (installs Server + Workbench + Utilities).
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Click Next → Install.
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After installation, configure the server:
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Set the root password (remember it).
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Enable MySQL as a Windows Service (so it starts automatically).
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Finish setup → Launch MySQL Workbench.
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In Workbench, click Local Connection, enter root password, and test the connection.