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Simple HTTP Server vs Smallstep Certificates

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

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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Smallstep Certificates

Smallstep Certificates

Security & Privacy

Smallstep Certificates is an open source certificate authority that makes it easy to issue and manage TLS certificates. It provides a simple CLI and APIs to automate certificate lifecycle.

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