HTTP Server
An HTTP server is a software application that processes and responds to HTTP requests from clients, typically web browsers, to serve web content such as HTML pages, images, and APIs. It handles network communication, request parsing, and response generation, often supporting protocols like HTTP/1.1, HTTP/2, and HTTPS for secure connections. Common implementations include standalone servers like Apache and Nginx, as well as built-in servers in web frameworks.
Developers should learn and use HTTP servers to deploy web applications, serve static or dynamic content, and build RESTful APIs, as they are essential for making applications accessible over the internet. It is crucial for backend development, enabling features like load balancing, caching, and security configurations to optimize performance and reliability in production environments.