At its core, a Web server serves static content to a Web browser by loading a file from a disk and serving it across the network to a user's Web browser. This entire exchange is mediated by the browser and server talking to each other using Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).
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Lighttpd Web Server vs. nginx [July 21, 2008]If you've been looking for a BSD-based Web server, your search may be over. Both Lighttpd and nginx are free and open source Web servers with small footprints.
nginx vs. Apache [July 14, 2008]Apache is the most popular open source Web server out there, but that doesn't mean it's the right choice for all enterprises. If you're seeking a lightweight footprint and high load handling capabilities, nginx may be the way to go.
Netcraft Survey Shows Continued Growth for 2Q08 [July 9, 2008]Once again, the Web continues to grow, and Apache and Microsoft continue to dominate, even as new Web server options snuff out more-venerable options.
Server Room DIY, In-House vs. Hosted [July 18, 2008]Launching a new site? Leaving the hosting to someone else may seem easier, but there are advantages to keeping it in-house. Learn the pros and cons of being your own Web host.
News IBM Ups Internal Storage in Blade Server [October 3, 2008]
Adding larger-size drives to a blade means much more storage inside a blade chassis, rather than using external storage.
Tutorials LDAP Master Server Problems [October 6, 2008]
Tip of the Trade: Finding and fixing master server issues isn't always easy, especially when the slave servers seem to be working fine. With careful searching ldapsearch, handily resolves issues.
Reviews KMS: The Mail Server Goes Virtual [September 5, 2008]
This multi-platform mail server offers support for mobile devices and can take the form factor of a virtual appliance.
