Apache

Apache HTTP Server (commonly known as Apache) is a free and open-source web server software developed and maintained by the Apache Software Foundation. Released in 1995, Apache played a pivotal role in the early expansion of the World Wide Web and remains one of the most widely used web servers globally. It is distributed under the Apache License 2.0 and is available for multiple operating systems, including Linux, Windows, and macOS.

Usage

Apache is a core component of the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP/Perl/Python), widely used for web development and hosting. It powers millions of websites, from small personal blogs to large enterprise applications. While newer servers like Nginx have gained popularity for high-performance scenarios, Apache remains a preferred choice for its stability, extensive documentation, and broad community support.

Licensing

Apache HTTP Server is distributed under the Apache License 2.0, which permits free use, modification, and distribution of the software.

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