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The preview version of MacHTTP-js has been launched for macOS, showcasing innovative features that were not part of the original application released in 1992. Developed entirely on the node.js platform, MacHTTP-js is a cross-platform web server solution compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux. This application is designed to serve the needs of modern desktops and servers alike. Currently, Mac users can access the preview version, with plans for a general release on Windows 10 and Linux, which will also incorporate Docker support. Notably, this initial release is robust for macOS, with other operating systems set to receive updates soon after. The anticipation for its wider availability reflects the growing demand for versatile web server solutions in today’s digital landscape.

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Node.js serves as an asynchronous event-driven JavaScript runtime specifically engineered for creating scalable network applications. Each time a connection is made, a callback function is triggered; however, if there are no tasks to execute, Node.js enters a sleep state. This approach stands in stark contrast to the more prevalent concurrency model that relies on operating system threads. Networking based on threads can be quite inefficient and often presents significant usability challenges. Additionally, Node.js users don't have to concern themselves with the complications of dead-locking the process since the architecture does not utilize locks. In fact, very few functions within Node.js handle I/O directly, ensuring that the process remains unblocked except when synchronous methods from Node.js's standard library are utilized. This non-blocking nature makes it highly feasible to develop scalable systems using Node.js. The design of Node.js shares similarities with, and draws inspiration from, frameworks like Ruby's Event Machine and Python's Twisted, extending the event model even further. Notably, Node.js incorporates the event loop as an integral runtime feature rather than relegating it to a mere library, thus enhancing its efficiency and functionality. This distinctive approach makes Node.js an attractive choice for developers looking to create high-performance applications.

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ALTCHA
Cline
Dash
Databunker
DebuggAI
Dianahost
Flowise
Koa
OpenPipe
Prepr
QUnit
REST United
Render
ScrapingBypass
SerpApi
ServBay
Typeblock
Valkey
WebContainers
pdfRest

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Vendor Details

Company Name

MacHTTP-js

Website

www.machttp.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Node.js

Founded

2009

Country

United States

Website

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