What is Apache2?

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

• It was created by the Apache Software Foundation.
• On Ubuntu and Debian systems, the package name is apache2.
• It runs on Linux, Windows, macOS, and more.

A web server like Apache is software that serves web pages to users’ browsers when they request them (by visiting a website).

Here Are the steps:-

1) Update system packages

#sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

2) Install Apache2 on ubuntu 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 browser

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

You should see the Apache2 Ubuntu Default Page.

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