This software distribution enables you to set up a local development environment. In addition, you have the option to examine log files with detected errors.
TYPO3
TYPO3 is a WAMP package for Windows that supports Apache web server, MySQL and PHP. The program runs from the system tray area and comes equipped with different intuitive settings for helping developers set up local environments for their projects.
Fast installation and simple interface
The installation procedure does not take much time to complete. Nevertheless, the software itself takes a while to load the environment at startup.
After the deployment of all necessary files, it creates an icon in the taskbar notifications area at startup. This means you have the ability to bring up the main configuration panel, start and stop the service, as well as tweak the settings.
Configuration
When it comes to configuration, you can examine log files with detected errors, toggle the utility to run at system boot, enable network access, as well as modify the Apache and MySQL ports. You also have the option to automatically start the servers on start and stop them on exit. In addition, it is possible to pick your preferred web browser and homepage.
Bottom line
The application has a good response time and requires a minimum amount of system resources, such as CPU and RAM. No error dialogs were displayed during the testing stage, and the program did not hang or crash. It is worth noting that there are alternative packages available like XAMPP or EasyPHP.
Features
- free to download and use;
- compatible with modern Windows versions;
- gives you the ability to deploy various network components;
- it is possible to select the preferred web browser and homepage;
- you can toggle the program to run at system startup.