Access to MySql (1 reply)

I wish to convert from MS Access to MySql in my VB6 programs.

I am using Access now with DAO and wish to change my VB6 programs to use MySql with the minimum of changes.

1. Can I connect via say ODBC directly and update and edit directly with recordsets from my VB6 program as I do in DAO or even ADO or do I have to use PHP?

2. Does MySql have individual files which I can copy from computer to computer like Access or is it a total installation which is needed to function as a database.

Thanks.
PK