What is apache2?

Apache2 (often just called Apache) is one of the most widely used open-source web server software.

Apache2 (commonly known as Apache) is one of the most popular free and open-source web server programs.

It is developed and maintained by the Apache Software Foundation.

On Debian-based systems such as Ubuntu, the package is named apache2.

Apache works across multiple operating systems including Linux, Windows, and macOS.

In simple terms, a web server like Apache is software that delivers websites to visitors’ browsers when they type in a domain or make a request.

Here Are the steps:-

1) Update system packages

#sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

2) Install apache2 on ubuntu 22.04 OS

#sudo apt-get install apache2 -y

3) Enable apache2 to start on boot

#sudo systemctl enable apache2

4) Start apache2 service

#sudo systemctl start apache2

5) Check apache2 status

#sudo systemctl status apache2

Look for apache2 is active (running).

6. Allow apache through firewall (if UFW is enabled)

1. First you need to enable UFW (Firewall)
   #sudo ufw enable > Press Yes

#sudo ufw allow ‘Apache Full’
#sudo ufw reload

7) Test apache2 in your web browser (Like Chrome or Mozila Firefox)

Open your server’s IP in a browser:
#https://your-server-ip

You should see the apache2 Ubuntu Default Page.

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