Re: apache 1 vs 2 w/php

* Sebastian <sebastian@broadbandgaming.net>: > I am undecided whether to upgrade to apache 2 (currently running 1.3.33) > I've heard some bad stuff (some good maybe) about using apache 2 with php.. > does anyone have an opinions? > > I know everything has cons/pros but i am just looking for advice on whether > my site will benifit from the upgrade. I'm curious to know if a site that > normally sees 300-500 users online would see any improvements. > > any on going issues? is php faster/slower? downsides? advantages? anything > in general that can help me decide. This study might help you make up your mind: http://ilia.ws/archives/32-Apache-1-vs-Apache-2-Performance.html In summary: apache2 is faster for static content, but slower at serving PHP; additionally, if using the prefork version of apache2 (which you need to do to keep PHP stable), much of your performance boost for static content will be lost. Your best bet: stick with apache1 if using PHP heavily. -- Matthew Weier O'Phinney | mailto:matthew@garden.org Webmaster and IT Specialist | http://www.garden.org National Gardening Association | http://www.kidsgardening.com 802-863-5251 x156 | http://nationalgardenmonth.org