How to install an Apache server in Windows

The Apache server is one of the most used to host web servers . One of its great advantages is that it is multiplatform, that is, it can be used in Mac operating systems such as Linux or Windows. In this article, you will know all the steps you need to perform to install it on a computer with Microsoft. It is a simple task, but you must follow all the points correctly. In .com we explain how to install an Apache server in Windows.

Steps to follow:

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First, you must go to the Apache Foundation website to download the program.

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To perform this tutorial, we chose the version that works for us to install the Apache server in Windows 7.

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When you have finished the download on your computer, you must click on the file and an installer will open with some very intuitive steps, similar to those of other programs for Windows.

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Before starting the installation you must fill in the following information:

  • Name of the network
  • Name of the server
  • Administrator's mail

By default, to fill in the data the installer will be based on the name of your team.

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Then, the Apache server installation starts in Windows.

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When the installation finishes, open your web browser and type "// localhost". A blank web page should appear, with the phrase "It works!". You already have your Apache server installed in Windows.

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In the toolbar, on the right, you have the controls to turn off or start the Apache server.