nginx is a web server software that can also be used as a reverse proxy, load balancer, mail proxy, and HTTP cache. The software is known for its high performance, stability, rich feature set, simple configuration, and low resource consumption.
- Serves as a web server for hosting websites and applications
- Functions as a reverse proxy and load balancer for distributing traffic
- Provides HTTP caching capabilities to improve performance
- Supports mail proxy functionality
- Offers commercial support through nginx.com
nginx is widely used in production environments for its efficiency and reliability in handling concurrent connections.
