I got some of the free databases (mysql) on the freebies forum. I just installed wordpress on my site. SO how would i put the free database eg jokes, restaurants or zipcodes on the wordpress or joomla? i've also done this on a subdomain on the site. i also created a new database and imported the data using php admin, my question is how do i get the into so to show up on the website ? Thanks for all this help.
You need to use a programming language (such as PHP) to connect to the database. Try looking for some PHP / MySQL tutorials on google. It's pretty straight forward. Good luck! Joe.