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Web Servers
A web server is a computer system which specializes is delivering specific content, such as a web page or a set of files, over the internet. Questions about various specific web servers and how to setup and maintain them belong here.
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What advantages of using IIS as a web server?
Internet Information Services is used to make your computer a web server. If we want to have a web server for developing dynamic website or want to publish website on our own server then we install the IIS. IIS is used on windows plate form
IIS takes request from user and executes the required files and sends result back to the user. IIS server also provides the services of SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol). We can send emails using SMTP. FrontPage server extensions are also the part of IIS. Using FrontPage server extension we can use the dynamic features of IIS like form handler, Hit counter and etc.
Additional information:
The most popular web server on the Internet is the Apacheweb server. The Apache web server is available from The Apache Software Foundation at
http://www.apache.org
To view hosting information on Apache and IIS, please visit
www.netcraft.com
and scan the page for the Web Server Survey.
How are ports used on a web server?
When two programs on the same computer want to access the internet, they will each use a different port. For example, if you are chatting on AIM and browsing the web at the same time, web traffic will go through port 80 and AIM traffic will go through port 5190. That way when data comes back to the computer, it can be directed either to AIM (if it comes in on 5190) or the web browser (if it comes into port 80). If you are choosing a port manually for some reason, it doesn't usually matter what you choose as long as that port number is not in use by another program. Pick a big random number and you are safe. -DJ Craig
What is correct On a server or in a server?
No. It isn't. Haven't you swum in the other pool yet? Answer: Although I don't like to disagree, and it's certainly true that in traditional written English we should say 'haven't you swum..', people do use 'you haven't swum..' with a rising intonation in spoken English to express surprise. The questioner may be asking about the declarative sentence 'You haven't swum in the other pool yet.' The question mark relates to the inquiry about grammar, and not necessarily to the function of the construct. As a declarative sentence, it is correct.
Give you example of web server?
IBM HTTP Sever Apcache Tomcat server IIS(Internet Information server from MicroSoft) Sun Java Server from SUN Microsystems SunOne Iplanet from SUN Microsystems
Is apache a front end web server?
Apache is The Apache Software Foundation which created the web server called The Apache HTTP Server Project this is usually shorted to just Apache though.
The Apache web server is also known as HTTPD.
http://httpd.apache.org/
Tracert (Tracert.exe) - Traces and displays the route taken from the host to a remote destinations; Tracert is one example of a trace-routing utility.
What is the term for a machine that contacts a server for information?
Machine asking for information from a server is a client. Machines can act as both clients and servers, depending on what action they're performing at the time.
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Is the sbcglobal mail server a pop3 server?
Yes it is, I use POP3 through sbcglobal from Outlook Express and Linux's Thunderbird.
Is it possible web server and mail server have same alias name?
Web servers and mail servers can co-exist on the same machine because they use different ports. The standard port for HTTP is 80, and the standard ports for mail are SMTP 25 and POP3 110.
What is the primary responsibility of the web server administrator?
granting and monitoring
maintaining access and security
developing, coordinating, publishing, maintaining, and testing
Difference between browser and web server?
A server is a computer that is used for networking. Some uses are filesharing, printer sharing, creating a domain, and internet restrictions.
A browser is software that enables you to communicate with the Internet. Examples are Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc.
Explain how a single computer can be a web server and email server at the same time?
A single computer can be both a web server and a email server at the same time because the two services run on different ports.
Note: A single server machine you can configure both service. configuration mathode same. do not use big network. because server speed depend upon how many services you configured.
What are the names of some popular web server applications?
A web server is a specialized type of file server. Its job is to retrieve files from the server's hard drive, format the files for the Web browser, and send them out via the network.
eg. MS Active Server Pages and .Net
What comprises the communications rules that allow browser to connect with Web servers?
HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
Yes, but some minor websites are no. If it is like an answer on Yahoo! Answers, then you can suspend that persons account, but probably not sue them. Google would probably give credit, but if it does not im pretty sure that you can sue them in court or online court.
If its a minor website, then maybe only online court, suspension, deleting website, or maybe even get them to give you credit.
Just a side note- we do not allow posting about any non celebrity for any reason here. If someone has posted about you with identifying information contact any Supervisor to remove it and deal with that individual.
How does a web server and web browser work together in completeing a request on the net?
First process is a DNS request to resolve name to layer 3 address. When DNS server responds and IP address is known, computer starts TCP 3 way handshake (establishing connection with a Server where requested page is stored). When communication is established ACK flag is set. Next step is HTTP request from client and HTTP respond from server which contents a web page in it (GET and OK). Then comes session termination-2 way handshake (FIN and ACK) from server first and client after.
How do you upload your web files on to a web server?
If you don't already, you need your domain name hosted on a Web server. There are hundreds of Web hosting providers to choose from. The company that registered your domain name might even offer hosting.
Once you have a Web host, the hosting provider should give you instructions for uploading files to the server. Generally, it is done with an FTP (File Transfer Protocol) program, such as WS_FTP or FileZilla, etc. (for PCs) or Fetch (for Mac's).
It is also common for hosting providers to offer uploading through built-in control panels that come with your plan, but it depends on the hosting company.
How do you verify your proxy server settings?
In windows go to the control panel and select network settings then advanced on most versions. In Linux type in from the shell ifconfig.
What is the purpose of a proxy server?
A proxy server has a large variety of potential purposes, including:
- To keep machines behind it anonymous (mainly for security).
- To speed up access to resources (using caching). Web proxies are commonly used to cache web pages from a web server.
- To apply access policy to network services or content, e.g. to block undesired sites.
- To log / audit usage, i.e. to provide company employee Internet usage reporting.
- To bypass security/ parental controls.
- To scan transmitted content for malware before delivery.
- To scan outbound content, e.g., for data leak protection.
- To circumvent regional restrictions.
What is the primary function of Web Server?
Page 256 Lesson 7, sixth paragraph down.
The primary function of the Web Server is to send and receive text-based messages containing requests and replies.
What is the advantage of having a dedicated web server?
While a shared web server may be appealing for its low cost, dedicated web servers offer several advantages. Generally, viewers of one's website will see the pages load faster and more efficiently, operators of a dedicated server will have greater control over the security and reliability of their web system, and upgrades or changes in setting configurations will be made easier without needing to consult the other users of the server.
Most servers have what's called a RAID-5 array. Some examples of servers are network servers which allow many computers to use the same network, game servers which are used by game companies and allow thousands of people to play their game at the same time, and telecom servers which control your phone service and possibly your cable service.
HTTP protocols transfer data from web servers to a client browser. This application is officially known as Hypertext Transfer Protocol.
