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Apache Web Server with OpenSSL, mod_ssl

The following guide assumes that the Apache web server, mod_SSL and openSSL are properly installed and configured. Due to the variety of versions for all three components, providing specific information for each is beyond the scope of this guide.

The examples provided in this guide use the following versions of software:

Step-by-step information on installing, compiling and configuring those components can be found within the INSTALL file in the mod_SSL package.

Commands that can be entered in the command-line are prefaced with a '$' symbol and use the Courier New font. Example:$cd /usr/local/apache/bin

This guide assumes that the web server was installed to /usr/local/apache.