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Resolving "sudo mysql_secure_installation: command not found" in MariaDB

Faced with the sudo mysql_secure_installation: command not found error in MariaDB? This article offers a streamlined approach to tackle it.

Why It Happens

  • Lack of Installation: Check installation status (sudo apt install mariadb-server).
  • MariaDB Down: Ensure MariaDB is up (sudo systemctl status mariadb).
  • Wrong Directory: Be in the correct location to execute the command.

How to Fix

  1. Confirm Installation: Make sure MariaDB is properly installed.
  2. Verify MariaDB's Status: It should be running.
  3. Ensure Proper Path: The binary's path needs to be in $PATH.

Conclusion

Solving the sudo mysql_secure_installation: command not found error is achievable with these simple steps, enhancing your MariaDB security. For an in-depth guide, visit the article Solved: sudo mysql_secure_installation command not found in MariaDB.

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