title: Understanding the MySQL Engine vs Database Type?
body: <p>So I am new to database MySql and Database configuration period.  I originally deployed MySQl with the default Innodb engine and in turn created a database with single table through MySQL workbench.  </p>
  
  <p>However, I have decided to change to the MyISAM.  If I changed the default engine to MyISAM, have I made the change to use MyISAM or do I have to recreate the database with the default engine setting changed?  </p>
  
  <p>Basically, I created a database with the default engine type of Innodb and want to run a MyISAM DB for my project.</p>
  
  <p>Any help or clarification is greatly appreciated.</p>