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GitBook vs Simple HTTP Server

A side-by-side look at GitBook and Simple HTTP Server. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

GitBook

GitBook

Development

GitBook is an open source web-based platform for writing and hosting documentation and books with Markdown. It allows teams to collaboratively edit documentation in real time and publish formatted books.

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Simple HTTP Server

Simple HTTP Server

Development

Simple HTTP Server is a free, open source web server that can be used to serve web pages, files, and applications locally for testing purposes. It is lightweight, easy to use, and available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

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