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how to install and configure mongodb for windows

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To install and configure MongoDB on Windows, follow these steps:

  1. Download MongoDB: Visit the MongoDB Download Center (https://www.mongodb.com/try/download/community) and select the appropriate version for your Windows operating system. Choose the "msi" option for Windows Installer.

  2. Run the installer: Double-click the downloaded MSI file to start the installer. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

  3. Create a data directory: By default, MongoDB stores data in the "\data\db" directory. Create this directory in the root directory of your system (for example, "C:\data\db").

  4. Add MongoDB to your system path: To use the "mongo" command in the Command Prompt, add the MongoDB binaries to your system path. Go to "Control Panel" > "System and Security" > "System" > "Advanced system settings" > "Environment Variables" > "System variables" > "Path". Add the path to the "bin" folder of the MongoDB installation (for example, "C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\4.4\bin") to the list of paths.

  5. Start MongoDB: Open the Command Prompt and type "mongod". This will start the MongoDB server.

  6. Test the installation: Open another Command Prompt window and type "mongo". This will open the MongoDB shell. Type "db.version()" to check the version of MongoDB that you have installed.