14 Configuration

The MySQL configuration comprises global system variables and session variables, which define its operation.

• Creating a MySQL Configuration
  
• System Initialization Variables
  System initialization variables are global system variables that must be set during DB system initialization. They apply for the life span of the DB system and, once applied, you cannot change them.
• User Configurable System Variables
  
• User Configurable Shape Dependent System Variables
  
• Service Specific System Variables
  
• Shape Dependent System Variables
  
• Session Variables