Expanding Apache's Capabilities with Modules
One of the nicest features of Apache is its modular plug-in design. Developers can easily expand the capabilities of the Apache web server without forcing the end users to recompile their server software or make complex configuration changes. In this section, we'll be looking at a handful of modules—some included with Tiger, others that you'll need to download and compile. These are just a tiny sample of what is available for the world's most popular web server:
mod_dav— Enables the WebDAV protocol for cross-platform sharing of files via HTTP
mod_mp3— Creates a SHOUTcast-compatible streaming MP3 server
mod_bonjour— Advertises your Apache sites over the LAN using Apple's Bonjour technology
Mod_rewrite ...
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