Is my host screwing me over? [SQLite Database-Related]

I am new to webdesign and everything that surrounds it. I bought a hosting package that came without a MySQL Database. However, I found out I needed one in order to host a forum. I looked into a forum that ran on SQLite instead.

I found out that PHP5 comes with a SQLite Database. My host supports PHP5 in all of their hosting packages. I asked them if they supported SQLite and they said no. How can this be?

This is a description of their support for PHP5 that was on my sign-up page.

"PHP
PHP5 is a server-side HTML embedded scripting language. PHP is ideal for the creation of dynamic data-driven web sites. PHP5 is fully enabled on all of our packages."

Do I have a case in which I can complain? What should I do?

If I am wrong I can take the worsts of your criticism, but please make it constructive.

I copied this post to this section because it is related to databases as well as PHP. I need as much feedback possible.

 

The php_sqlite extension needs to be loaded into the php core. Your host company can, if they like, remove this extension. So if it's not enabled, you can't use it (run a phpinfo page on your server to see what modules are installed)

As far as i can see: No. You didn't order a MySQL database (probably they'll include SQLite as well, when you order one), and they didn't say in the description that a database is accessible for you. They only say it's a perfect language to combine whith a database and that php5 is fully enabled (which doesn't necessarily mean that all extensions should be available)

The only solution i see is to switch to a different hosting plan, one that includes a database.

 

If you are paying for hosting, I would definetly look for another host that will offer MySQL with their hosting package. You can find this in shared hosting at GoDaddy / Hostgator for like $5 a month or so.

 

My info says this.

SQLite support -- enabled (This is the heading column which is purple)

PECL Module version -- 2.0-dev $Id: sqlite.c,v 1.166.2.13.2.5 2006/10/20 21:28:31 tony2001 Exp $

SQLite Library -- 2.8.17

SQLite Encoding -- iso8859

If it is enabled, how do I check to see if it works?

If it isn't enabled, why would they disable a feature that would make their service better?

 

It really, really is not worth the time dealing with this. Just find a reputable host and concentrate on making money. I've spent way, way too much time on trying to find the best hosting value. I spend hours trying to save pennies. It isn't a mistake I'll make again. PM me if you want a host recommendation.

 

I would avoid godaddy hosting. you can find much better hosting for the same price.

 

i think its better you get a host that supports what u can use.

 

www.dreamhost.com

amazing hosting

 

I've used hostmonster.com theyre pretty cheap, and reliable...