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Seems like there is a difference on startup between the original Apache and an SSL-aware Apache?

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Yes, in general, starting Apache with a built-in mod_ssl is just like starting an unencumbered Apache, except for the fact that when you have a pass phrase on your SSL private key file. Then a startup dialog pops up asking you to enter the pass phrase. To type in the pass phrase manually when starting the server can be problematic, for instance when starting the server from the system boot scripts.
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Is there a difference on startup between the original Apache and an SSL-aware Apache?

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Yes. In general, starting Apache with mod_ssl built-in is just like starting Apache without it. However, if you have a passphrase on your SSL private key file, a startup dialog will pop up which asks you to enter the pass phrase. Having to manually enter the passphrase when starting the server can be problematic - for example, when starting the server from the system boot scripts. In this case, you can follow the steps below to remove the passphrase from your private key.
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Why doesn't Apache include SSL?

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SSL (Secure Socket Layer) data transport requires encryption, and many governments have restrictions upon the import, export, and use of encryption technology. If Apache included SSL in the base package, its distribution would involve all sorts of legal and bureaucratic issues, and it would no longer be freely available. Also, some of the technology required to talk to current clients using SSL is patented by RSA Data Security, who restricts its use without a license.
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When I startup Apache I get errors about undefined symbols like ap_global_ctx?

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This actually means you installed mod_ssl as a DSO, but without rebuilding Apache with EAPI. Because EAPI is a requirement for mod_ssl, you need an extra patched Apache (containing the EAPI patches) and you have to build this Apache with EAPI enabled (explicitly specify --enable-rule=EAPI at the APACI command line).
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Why does the connection hang when I connect to my SSL-aware Apache server?

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This can happen when you try to connect to a HTTPS server (or virtual server) via HTTP (eg, using http://example.com/ instead of https://example.com). It can also happen when trying to connect via HTTPS to a HTTP server (eg, using https://example.com/ on a server which doesn't support HTTPS, or which supports it on a non-standard port). Make sure that you're connecting to a (virtual) server that supports SSL. This error can be caused by an incorrect configuration.
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SSL/TLS Strong Encryption: FAQ - Apache HTTP Server
Because you connected with HTTP to the HTTPS port, i.e. you used an URL of the form ''http://'' instead of ''https://''. This also happens the other way round when you connect via HTTPS to a HTTP port, i.e. when you try to use ''https://'' on a server that doesn't support SSL (on this port). Make sure you are connecting to a virtual server that supports SSL, which is probably the IP associated with your hostname, not localhost (127.0.0.1). There can be various reasons.
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Do I need web server software like Microsoft IIS or Apache to run Aware IM?

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No. Aware IM includes its own web server (Tomcat) and does not need any third party software to run or be used over the Internet.
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Is Apache-SSL Y2K Compliant?

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Apache-SSL does not add any date processing to the underlying components, so does not affect the overall compliance of your system. The main component, Apache, has this to say on the matter. You should also check your operating system, hardware and any other modules you include.
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How do I use EGD with Apache-SSL?

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Ben Srour explains how he did it on Mac OS/X here. The process should be very similar for other Unix variants. Mailing Lists There are two Apache-SSL mailing lists. For support and general help from the Apache-SSL community, send a blank email to apache-ssl-help@lists.aldigital.co.uk. This is probably the most direct route to getting arbitrary questions answered. However, BEFORE posting your question, please check that it hasn't already been answered by searching the archive.
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What is Apache?

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runs on Windows NT/9x, Netware 5.x and above, OS/2, and most versions of Unix, as well as several other operating systems DBM databases for authentication allows you to easily set up password-protected pages with enormous numbers of authorized users, without bogging down the server. Customized responses to errors and problems Allows you to set up files, or even CGI scripts, which are returned by the server in response to errors and problems, e.g.
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Can I use Aware IM with SSL?

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Yes. You need to obtain an SSL certificate from a digital certification authority and install it into Tomcat, the web server supplied with Aware IM.
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Apache] How do I setup/install an SSL certificate?

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Here is a link to 'how to' install a cert: that covers SGC SuperCert, SSL Web Server Certificate, and SSL123 Certificate:
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How do I configure Apache 2 for SSL?

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apache2 just shows the default apache start page rather than the SuSEhelp (or system status information) screen, which apache1 on 8.0 did. Apache/1.3.27 (Linux/SuSE 8.2) fails to start while the system boots for some reason , i am starting SuSE in init 3 mode . Please help , thank you. I've installed the rpms, Apache and mod_perl, mod_python and mod_php4. However, they don't seem to be taking effect. I've added : LoadModule php4_module /usr/lib/apache2-worker/libphp4.so to suse_loadmodule.
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How can I enable the Apache SSL extensions?

Get SSLeay 0.8.0 or later from [ftp://ftp.psy.uq.oz.au/pub/Crypto/ SSL] ?? Build and test and install it! Get Apache SSLeay extensions from [ftp://ftp.ox.ac.uk/pub/crypto/SSL /] here Unpack it in the apache source directory and patch Apache as per the README. Configure and build it. You might also try [http://www.zedz.net] ZEDZ net which has many pre-built packages, and is located outside of the United States.
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How do I restore the original startup/shutdown screens?

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The startup screen is called "Logo.sys" and is located on the root directory C:\. Just delete it and the original windows startup screen will appear the next time you boot. The two shutdown screens are called "Logow.sys" and "Logos.sys", and are located in the windows directory C:\WINDOWS\. Just replace the current files in your windows directory with the original (English) Windows95 or Windows98 screens.
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What is the difference between the Original Boostaroo and the Boostaroo Revolution?

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The Original Boostaroo is an audio amplifier with a built in 3-channel splitter. The Boostaroo will double the available volume output of your audio player, with less than .3% harmonic distortion. The 3-channel splitter will allow you to connect up to 3 sets of headphones, or small speakers. The Boostaroo only has enough gain to power headphones up to 32 ohms without gain loss. The Boostaroo Revolution is a High Fidelity audio amplifier with a built in 2-channel splitter.
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What is SSL... ?

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What is SSL? The SSL security protocol provides data encryption, server authentication, message integrity, and optional client authentication for a TCP/IP connection. Because SSL is built into all major browsers and web servers, simply installing a digital certificate turns on their SSL capabilities.
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In which startup file do I put...?

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When zsh starts up, there are four files you can change which it will run under various circumstances: .zshenv, .zprofile, .zshrc and .zlogin. They are usually in your home directory, but the variable $ZDOTDIR may be set to alter that. Here are a few simple hints about how to use them.
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How can I get rid of the pass-phrase dialog at Apache startup time?

SSL/TLS Strong Encryption: FAQ - Apache HTTP Server
The reason why this dialog pops up at startup and every re-start is that the RSA private key inside your server.key file is stored in encrypted format for security reasons. The pass-phrase is needed to be able to read and parse this file. When you can be sure that your server is secure enough you perform two steps: Now server.key will contain an unencrypted copy of the key. If you point your server at this file it will not prompt you for a pass-phrase.
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