Table lock
Short Description
Table level lock
Detailed Description
MySQL uses table level locking for MyISAM, memory and merge tables. This allows access by only one session, making them more suitable for a read-only or single user application.
For information about table lock indicators, see Section 8.11.1, “Internal Locking Methods”.
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Additional Links
MySQL Docs - Internal Locking Metods
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