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The document outlines the implementation and core functions of a basic HTTP server, emphasizing its role in handling client requests, serving content, and managing security. It discusses performance considerations, legal compliance, and the economic impact of server availability and scalability. Additionally, it provides a simple example of creating an HTTP server using Python, highlighting the importance of proper configuration for a secure web presence.

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CND Report.

The document outlines the implementation and core functions of a basic HTTP server, emphasizing its role in handling client requests, serving content, and managing security. It discusses performance considerations, legal compliance, and the economic impact of server availability and scalability. Additionally, it provides a simple example of creating an HTTP server using Python, highlighting the importance of proper configuration for a secure web presence.

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Micro-Project Report

Implementation of basic HTTP Server

1. Introduction
An HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) server is a software application that processes
requests from clients, typically web browsers, and delivers web content. It plays a
crucial role in internet communication, serving web pages, files, and APIs.

2. Core Functions of an HTTP Server


 Handling Client Requests: Processes HTTP requests from clients and returns the
requested resources.
 Serving Static and Dynamic Content: Delivers HTML, CSS, JavaScript, images, and
interacts with backend applications.
 Security Management: Implements security protocols like HTTPS, authentication,
and access controls.
 Logging and Monitoring: Records request data for analysis, debugging, and
performance improvement.
The image below illustrates the HTTP connection between a client and a server. It
shows how a client sends an HTTP request, and the server responds accordingly. The
TCP connection facilitates this communication, ensuring data is delivered reliably
between both parties.

3. Security Implications
 Data Integrity and Confidentiality: Without HTTPS, data transmission is vulnerable
to eaves dropping and tampering.
 Attack Vectors: HTTP servers are targets for attacks like DDoS, SQL injection, and
cross-site scripting (XSS).
 Authentication and Authorization: Proper implementation prevents unauthorized
access to sensitive resources.

Image below represents the security structure of a web server. It highlights the role of a
firewall in protecting internal network resources from unauthorized external access.
Firewalls filter incoming and outgoing traffic, preventing potential threats from reaching
the web and database servers. This layered security approach enhances system stability
and safeguards sensitive data.
4. Performance Considerations
 Load Balancing: Distributing traffic across multiple servers enhances availability .
 Caching Mechanisms: Reduces server load by storing frequently accessed data.
 Compression Techniques: Gzip and Brotli compression improve page load speed.
 Resource Optimization: Proper configuration of server resources, including RAM
and CPU, ensures smooth operation.
5. Legal and Compliance Implications
 Data Privacy Laws: Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations ensures
lawful data handling.
 Content Restrictions: Some regions impose restrictions on hosted content, affecting
global accessibility.

6. Business and Economic Impact


 Website Availability and Uptime: Downtime can lead to revenue loss and damage
brand reputation.
 Scalability Considerations: Cloud-based solutions help businesses scale efficiently
based on demand.
 Hosting Costs: Managed hosting services vs. self-hosting influence operational
expenses.- User Experience: Fast and reliable HTTP servers enhance customer
satisfaction and retention.

7. Additional Informational Points about HTTP


Stateless Nature: HTTP is a stateless protocol, meaning each request is independent and
does not retain previous interactions unless managed with sessions or cookies. Requests
over a single connection, improving efficiency. Evolution to HTTP/2 and HTTP/3:
HTTP/2 introduced multiplexing and binary, while HTTP/3 (using QUIC) enhances
speed and reliability. Headers and Metadata: HTTP headers provide important metadata
such as content type, cache control, and authentication information. Cross-Origin
Resource Sharing (CORS): Defines security rules for accessing resources from different
origins to prevent unauthorized requests. Using Python’s Built-in HTTP Server-
 You can create a simple HTTP server using Python’s http.server module. Here’s an
example:

From http.server import BaseHTTPRequestHandler, HTTPServer

Class RequestHandler(BaseHTTPRequestHandler):
Def do GET(self)
Self.send_response(200)
Self.send_header(‘Content-type’, ‘text/html’)
Self.end headers()
Selfwfile.write(b”Hello, World!”)

Def run_server():
Server address = (“, 8000)
Httpd = HTTPServer(server_address, RequestHandler)
Print(“Server running on port 8000..)
Httpd.serve_forever()

Run_server()

 Explanation:

 We define a Request Handler class that inherits from Base HTTP Request Handler
 The do GET method handles GET requests and sends a response with a status code
of 200 and a simple “Hello, World!” message.
 In the run server function, we create an HTTP Server instance and pass it the Request
Handler class.
 We start the server using the serve forever method.
 Running the Server:

 Save this code to a file (e.g., server.py).


 Run the server using Python (e.g., python server.py).
 Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8000 to see the “Hello, World!”
message.

8. Conclusion
An HTTP server is a fundamental component of web infrastructure, impacting security,
performance, legal compliance, and business operations. Proper configuration and
maintenance are essential for a secure and efficient web presence.

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