How to install Magento?

1) Download Magento: www.magentocommerce.com/download
2) Need PHP5.2 Version or newer version for magento
3) Curl must be enabled
other system requirement are www.magentocommerce.com/system-requirements
4) If you are installing your local server then
a)un-check the checkbox having "Validation Before the Next Step" while filing "Configuration"
b)Base URL "localhost/magento" will not work and give error for security reason where as joomla or Drupal doesn't give error while installing on local server
So solution is fill Base URL as "127.0.0.1/"
5) www.magentocommerce.com/knowledge-base/e...o-installation-guide

What is Magento?

Magento is the eCommerce software platform for growth that promises to revolutionize the industry. Its modular architecture and unprecedented flexibility means your business is no longer constrained by your eCommerce platform.