By rickchaz
It seems what is missing on DigitalOcean community is a deep discussion about the major difference between these 3 web servers:
OpenLitespeed (Litespeed) vs. Apache vs. Nginx
So let us begin a new question here to talk about the differences from these most popular servers. This can be for WordPress users or other situations too like file caching, reverse proxy, another CMS application, or maybe non-PHP or non-MySQL database also.
Who should use it? What situation? What is their reputation?
And what is the technical aspect to keep in mind.
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Heya,
This is indeed an interesting topic. The web-servers share their similarities but will also differ in their general use.
Apache HTTP Server is the most widely-used web server and it’s known for its flexibility and powerful extension modules. It is generally recommended for a wide variety of use cases including serving dynamic websites, static file hosting, and reverse proxying.
How to Install the Apache Web Server on Ubuntu 18.04
Nginx is a high-performance web server and reverse proxy server. It’s known for its ability to handle a high number of concurrent connections, making it an excellent choice for high-traffic websites or as a reverse proxy or load balancer.
How to Install Nginx on Ubuntu 18.04
OpenLiteSpeed (LiteSpeed) is a lightweight, high-performance web server that is optimized for web applications like WordPress. It’s faster and more resource-efficient than both Apache and Nginx when handling PHP-based applications. This makes it more suitable for high-performance PHP applications, especially with limited resources.
How to Install the OpenLiteSpeed Web Server on Ubuntu 18.04
Remember that choosing the right web server depends on your particular use case and requirements.
Hope that this helps!
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