Installing MongoDB on Windows

This video tutorial guides Windows users through the process of setting up MongoDB on their local machine. It covers downloading the MongoDB Community Server, extracting files, organizing directories, and starting the MongoDB server. The tutorial also explains how to set up a data storage directory and verify that the server is running correctly. The video is part of a series, with this installment focusing specifically on Windows users.

What is the primary focus of this video tutorial?

• Installing MongoDB on Linux

• Setting up MongoDB on Windows

• Configuring MongoDB on Mac

• Using MongoDB with Python

Which version of MongoDB should you download for local use?

• Developer Edition

• Enterprise Server

• Beta Version

• Community Server

What should you do if you are using a 32-bit Windows system?

• Visit mongodb.org/DL/win32/I-386 for older versions

• Download the latest 64-bit version

• Install the Enterprise Server

• Use the MSI installer

Where should you move the extracted MongoDB folder for better organization?

• Store it in the Recycle Bin

• Move it to the Desktop

• Place it in the user directory

• Leave it in the Downloads folder

What is the purpose of creating a 'MongoDB data' directory?

• To store temporary files

• To keep backup files

• To store database data

• To save installation logs

Which command is used to start the MongoDB server?

• mongo.exe

• mongoc.exe

• mongos.exe

• mongod.exe

What indicates that the MongoDB server is running successfully?

• A blank terminal screen

• A message showing 'Server Error'

• A prompt for a password

• A message waiting for connections on PORT 27017