The Apache web server is the most popular HTTP/Web server on the Internet. As of this writing (August, 1998) Apache currently provides HTTP services for over 50 Apache is popular for at least four important reasons. First, it is a very solid and stable web server. Second, it's fairly easy to set up and maintain. Third, many people use it. Fourth, it's free.
The Apache web server is not developed by a business organization, but instead by a collection of individuals on the Internet. These people can be reached through the Apache Group web site at http://www.apache.org.
