Posted by "Richard Lynch" on 10/14/05 23:07

On Fri, October 14, 2005 8:20 am, John Nichel wrote:
> David Robley wrote:
>> Ben wrote:
> <snip>
>>>My understanding is that mysql_real_escape_string will only work
>>> while
>>>you are connected to mysql. Not sure if that is the case in your
>>>situation.
>>
>>
>> That is incorrect. mysql_real_escape_string is a php function, not
>> mysql.
>
> Actually, it's both. And yes, you *do* have to be connected to the
> mysql server.

There is, however, mysql_escape_string() which does not require a
connection -- but which also can't take into account the
language/locale settings *OF* the connection, which is why it's not a
"real" escape. It might, however, be useful in some circumstances.

I missed the beginning of this thread, so apologies it that's a repeat.

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