Welcome to the HTTP Server User Manual! This guide provides essential information on setting up, configuring, and managing your HTTP server.
📘 Overview
An HTTP server is a fundamental component of web infrastructure, responsible for handling client requests and delivering web content. Key features include:
- Request Handling
- Static/Dynamic Content Delivery
- Security Protocols
- Performance Optimization
For a deeper dive into advanced features, check out our Advanced Features Guide.
🛠 Installation & Setup
- Download the Server Software
Download Here - Configure Server Settings
- Edit the
config.json
file - Set up port bindings (e.g.,
80
for HTTP)
- Edit the
- Start the Server
./start_server.sh
📁 Directory Structure
Your server's root directory typically includes:
htdocs/
- Static files (HTML, CSS, JS)logs/
- Server activity logsconf/
- Configuration files
For example, the htdocs
directory might contain:
index.html
images/
(e.g.,Logo.png
)styles/
(e.g.,theme.css
)
⚙ Configuration Tips
- Use
environment_variables
to customize behavior - Enable SSL/TLS for secure connections
- Set
max_connections
based on your workload
For more details on SSL setup: SSL Configuration Guide.
📚 Further Reading
Note: All links are internal and follow the specified format.