Apache HTTP Server

About

Apache HTTP Server, often simply called Apache, is a foundational open-source web server that played a pivotal role in the early growth of the World Wide Web. Originating as the first viable alternative to Netscape Communications Corporation's web server, it achieved the milestone of powering over 100 million websites by 2009. As a project under the Apache Software Foundation, it is free and open-source, available across Mac, Windows, Linux, and BSD platforms. Known for its security, stability, and robustness, Apache HTTP Server is highly customizable, configurable, and extensible through modules and plugins, supporting features like HTTP daemon functionality. While it has historically been a dominant force, it now competes with modern alternatives like Nginx, particularly in resource consumption, though it remains highly valued for shared hosting environments due to its .htaccess file support. It boasts a strong community and extensive documentation, reflected in its 4.5-star rating from 888 reviews on GetApp. The project maintains a presence on GitHub and Twitter.