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Apache for Windows 11: How to Download, Install & Configure
With an Apache server, you can proces and deliver web pages
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Updated onDecember 20, 2023
updated onDecember 20, 2023
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Key notes
Apache is the most used web server software for the last 20+ years since its initial release back in 1995. It processes HTTP requests and allows us to store and deliver web pages locally or on the internet. All websites require a web server to be displayed in a web browser.
What do I need to install and run Apache?
Although it seems complicated, you will see that it’s not rocket science. Here’s what you will need to use Apache on Windows 11:
The software described in this article is free and can be downloaded from their dedicated websites or authorized mirrors. The problem is that manual configuration can take some time and requires some advanced computer/server knowledge to understand what each option does.
How do I get, install, and configure Apache on Windows 11?
1. Download and configure Apache
2. Start the Apache server
3. Configure the server as a system service
Congratulations! You have installed the Apache server on Windows 11. You can now test and develop websites by running them locally instead of uploading each file to a web server after editing it.
Just as additional information, Ports80and443, used by default by Apache, may be blocked or reserved on your machine by other applications.
For example, Skype reserves these ports in case others aren’t available and continues to reserve them even though it doesn’t use them.
You can disable this in Skype by uncheckingUse port 80 and 443 for additional incoming connectionsunderTools > Options > Advanced > Connection.
Installing Apache helps many get rid ofAn exception occurred in the driver: could not find drivererror.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
