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SimpleHTTPServer vs squidGuard

A side-by-side look at SimpleHTTPServer and squidGuard. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

SimpleHTTPServer

SimpleHTTPServer

Development

SimpleHTTPServer, now known as http.server in Python 3, is a basic HTTP server module included in the Python standard library. It provides a simple way to serve static files from a directory, making it a convenient tool for quick file sharing or local development purposes.

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squidGuard

squidGuard

Security & Privacy

squidGuard is a free and open source web filter and proxy software. It blocks access to websites based on blacklists and whitelists to control web access and content.

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