Nginx For Beginners
Introduction
Summary
In this module, we’ll explore how web servers handle your everyday browsing requests, with a special focus on Nginx.
What You’ll Learn
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| Client-Server Workflow | How browsers send HTTP/HTTPS requests, how the web server processes them, and returns content to users. |
| Nginx Evolution | Why Nginx became a popular alternative to Apache HTTP Server and IIS. |
| Open Source vs. Plus | Key differences between the free Nginx edition and the commercial Nginx Plus offering. |
| Performance Advantages | Nginx’s event-driven model, low memory usage, and high concurrency capabilities. |
| Real-World Use Cases | Typical scenarios—reverse proxying, load balancing, and static content hosting—where Nginx shines. |
Note
Familiarity with basic HTTP concepts (methods, headers, status codes) will help you follow along more easily.
Why Nginx?
- Scalability: Handles thousands of simultaneous connections with minimal resource consumption.
- Flexibility: Configurable as a web server, reverse proxy, load balancer, and more.
- Community & Support: Strong open source community plus commercial support via Nginx Plus.
Next Steps
In Module 2, we’ll cover:
- Installing Nginx on various Linux distributions
- Verifying and testing the default configuration
- Creating your first server block (virtual host)
Stay tuned for practical demos and hands-on exercises in the next module!
References
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