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Apache Multiprocessing Modules

Apache Multiprocessing Modules

Apache version 2.0 and greater now uses a new internal architecture supporting multiprocessing modules (MPMs). These modules are used by the server for a variety of tasks, such as network and process management, and are compiled into Apache. MPMs enable Apache to work much better on a wider variety of computer platforms, and they can help improve server stability, compatibility, and scalability.

Apache can use only one MPM at any time. These modules are different from the base set included with Apache (see the "Apache Modules" section later in this chapter), but are used to implement settings, limits, or other server actions. Each module in turn supports numerous additional settings, called directives, which further refine server operation.

The internal MPM modules relevant for Linux include the following:

? mpm_common — A set of 20 directives common to all MPM modules

? prefork — A nonthreaded, preforking web server that works similar to earlier (1.3) versions of Apache

? worker — Provides a hybrid multiprocess multithreaded server

MPM enables Apache to be used on equipment with fewer resources, yet still handle massive numbers of hits and provide stable service. The worker module provides directives to control how many simultaneous connections your server can handle.

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