I am trying as best I can to follow the setup instructions for WordPress, using a FastHosts hosting package.
one click install, they said...it's easy, they said!
I've entered by database details into the setup page correctly as specified by the instructions, and they I get this:
Error establishing a database connection This either means that the username and password information in your wp-config.php file is incorrect or we can't contact the database server at xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx. This could mean your host's database server is down.
Are you sure you have the correct username and password? Are you sure that you have typed the correct hostname? Are you sure that the database server is running? If you're unsure what these terms mean you should probably contact your host. If you still need help you can always visit the WordPress Support Forums.
Before you ask: yes, xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx points to a real IP address.
Any ideas?