Apache
Joyce Dibble
November 3, 2004
I. What is Apache?
A. Definition: Apache is a free open-source server software
program.
1. Read more about the Apache HTTP server project
http://httpd.apache.org/ABOUT_APACHE.html
2. Apache Overview HOWTO
http://www.tldp.org/HOWTO/Apache-Overview-
HOWTO.html
II. Who owns Apache?
1. Apache is a collaborative effort between open-source
software developers.
2. The Apache Software Foundation is a membership-
based, not-for-profit corporation.
http://www.apache.org/foundation/
III. Who uses Apache?
A. “The October 2004 Netcraft Web Server Survey found
that more than 67% of the web sites on the Internet are
using Apache, thus making it more widely used than all
other web servers combined.” Apache Foundation website
IV. Why do I care?
A. If you would like to run your own server then you might
want to consider using Apache rather than having to pay
for a server software program from Microsoft, Zeus, or
Sun.
1. Microsoft
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/default.ms
px
2. Sun http://www.sun.com/servers/
3. Zeus http://www.zeus.com/
V. Where do I get Apache?
A. The best source is directly from the Apache foundation
http://httpd.apache.org/download.cgi
VI. Resources for more information about Apache.
A. Many books are available to help you install Apache
server software. http://apache-server.com/store.html
B. Websites
1. Apache Server Resources http://apache-server.com/
An outstanding, comprehensive site run by a very
knowledgeable developer and vice-president of the
Apache foundation.
2. Apache Week http://www.apacheweek.com/issues/04-
10-01 A free weekly online newsletter covering what is
happening in the Apache world.