I am running Apache2 on Suse Linux Enterprise Server 10 – SP1. I am using phpMyAdmin-2.11.4 to manage my databases. I have been perusing tutorials on line for back up techniques and came across some conflicting instructions. One set of instructions say to use the default settings. Others provide a check list which includes the item under “Structure:”

Add DROP TABLE / DROP VIEW

I have been utilizing the default settings thus far which do not automatically check “Add DROP TABLE / DROP VIEW”. Is is necessary to check “Add DROP TABLE / DROP VIEW” under the “Structure” check box for proper database back up?


-Mike