Zend Core: Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Zend Core?
- What is the Zend Network?
- What is bundled with Zend Core?
- Can I use Zend Core even if I'm not yet using Zend Framework?
- Does Zend Core include PEAR?
- What platforms is Zend Core available on?
- How do I install Zend Core?
- Which minor PHP version is being used in Zend Core?
- How do I install Zend Core and PHP updates?
- How do I get Technical Support for Zend Core?
Q: What is Zend Core?
Zend Core is the leading production quality PHP 5 distribution, certified and supported by Zend. Zend Core is a fully tested and enhanced version of open source PHP.
Q: What is the Zend Network?
Zend Network is the Maintenance and Support technology which takes care of your PHP environment and ensures that the high-quality, secure and reliable Zend Core you start with stays that way!
Q: What is bundled with Zend Core?
Zend Core contains the following components:
- Most updated PHP 5.2
- More than 50+ Stable and Tested PHP extensions
- 15 tested external libraries
- Zend Extensions:
- Zend Optimizer
- Zend Debugger
- Zend Enabler
- Zend Updater
- Optional extra components:
- Zend Framework
- Apache 2.2
- MySQL 5.0
- DB2 Express-C
- Client libraries for Oracle and DB2
- PHPMyAdmin
Q: Can I use Zend Core even if I'm not yet using Zend Framework?
Yes. Zend Core can be used with all PHP Frameworks.
Q: Does Zend Core include PEAR?
PEAR is not included in Zend Core. The PEAR installer is available in Zend Core 2.5
Q: What platforms is Zend Core available on?
Zend Core is available across a number of operating systems. Please check the System Requirements page for more information.
Q: How do I install Zend Core?
Zend Core has an intuitive installation wizard that guides you through the installation process. Please see the Zend Core Installation Guide for more information.
Q: Which minor PHP version is being used in Zend Core?
The most up-to-date! Zend continuously releases updates to the PHP version in Zend Core to all customer with a current Zend Core support subscription. Updates are available for Zend Core subscribers shortly after the PHP open source committee releases new PHP minor versions. In certain cases, especially realting to security issues, these updates will be available as soon as they are ready and not only as part of minor PHP version updates.
Q: How do I install Zend Core and PHP updates?
Zend Core and PHP updates are available through the Zend Network. These can be downloaded and installed automatically using the Zend Updater GUI or, if your machine is behind a firewall and does not have a direct internet connection, by downloading the Zend Update Package from the Zend Network site and manually installing it.
Q: How do I get Technical Support for Zend Core?
For Technical Support from an expert Zend Engineer, simply submit a Support Ticket to the Zend Helpdesk through your Pickup Depot, or through the Zend Support Center.
