MySQL server for use with php

I'm learning mysql along with php. I got this book entitled MySQL weekend
crash course but unfortunately it was missing the cd. The early chapter
that sets up the database has the
code to do this on the cd. The web site is www.mysqlwcc.com I tried to get
a copy of the material on the
cd from the web site. Maybe someone could help. I could use a good
beginners tutorial. I got this at the library and it seems
to be a fast way to get introduced to a lot of the mysql info. that one
would need... a good manageable way to learn.
Running out and buying a book is a bit hard right now, financially. So, I'm
open to any suggestions on how to get the
material or to find a similarly useful course/tutorial that will really get
me up to speed.
Bruce

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This may not be exceptionally helpful, but

if you already know how to program:
various O'Reille SQL and MySQL books are good- no CD required.

to get the software:
http://www.mysql.com I believe