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102 | Caddy vs. Traefik vs. HAProxy vs. Nginx vs. Apache: Comparing Web Servers and Proxies

September 6, 2025

#Caddy #Traefik #HAProxy #Nginx #Apache #Reverse Proxy #SSL #CI/CD

Caddy vs. Traefik vs. HAProxy vs. Nginx vs. Apache

Introduction

Choosing a web server and reverse proxy today depends on tasks and infrastructure. Caddy, Traefik, HAProxy, Nginx, and Apache are five popular solutions, each with its strengths and weaknesses.

In this article, we’ll compare them by key criteria: philosophy, installation, SSL, CI/CD, and complexity.

Comparison by Key Criteria

Criterion	Caddy	Traefik	HAProxy	Nginx	Apache
Philosophy	Simplicity, automatic SSL	Dynamic routing and Service Discovery	High-performance load balancer	Universal web server and proxy	Classic web server, static approach
Installation	Single binary	Container, requires setup	Single binary, manual configuration	OS package, easy installation	OS package, easy installation
SSL Automation	Built-in, main advantage	Built-in, part of ecosystem	No (requires external integration, e.g., certbot)	Partial (via certbot or modules)	Partial (via certbot or modules)
CI/CD	Very easy integration	Ideal for microservices	Used for high-load balancing	Requires manual steps, integration possible	Requires manual steps, integration possible
Complexity	Low, beginner-friendly	Medium/high, requires orchestrator knowledge	Medium, more complex configs	Medium, rich ecosystem	Medium, often bloated configs
Performance	Good, but not top-tier	Good	Excellent, optimized for load balancing	Excellent	Average
Best Use Case	Local development, quick MVPs	Docker/Kubernetes, microservices	High-load systems, load balancing	Universal choice for web and proxy	Static site hosting, legacy systems

Who Is It For?

🔹 Caddy

Ideal for:

081 | The Modern Approach: CrowdSec — Crowdsourced Threat Protection

August 13, 2025

#CrowdSec #security #server #Fail2ban #crowdsourcing #IPS #plugins #Asterisk #Nginx #Apache

Introduction: From Local Defense to Global Protection

In the previous article, we explored Fail2ban — a reliable and time-tested tool for defending against brute-force attacks. However, Fail2ban only works with local logs and has no awareness of what’s happening on other servers. In today’s environment, where cyberattacks are increasingly distributed and sophisticated, we need a smarter and more collaborative solution.

Enter CrowdSec — a modern, open-source Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) that leverages a crowdsourced approach to build a global threat intelligence network.

045 | FastPanel: A Powerful and User-Friendly Control Panel for Efficient Server Management

July 7, 2025

#FastPanel #control panel #hosting #free panel #high performance #VPS #server #Apache #Nginx #MySQL #PostgreSQL #FTP #mail #backup #security

Introduction to FastPanel

In the market of free server control panels, FastPanel stands out as a powerful and modern solution offering a wide range of features without compromising on performance. Unlike lightweight options aimed at minimal setups, FastPanel seeks to deliver full functionality comparable to paid alternatives, while remaining free for personal use and small projects. If you’re looking for a panel that combines rich features, high performance, and an intuitive interface to manage your VPS or dedicated server, FastPanel is an excellent choice.

044 | Hestia Control Panel: A Powerful and Free Alternative

July 6, 2025

#HestiaCP #control panel #hosting #free panel #open-source #website #VPS #server #Nginx #Apache #PHP-FPM #Let's Encrypt #security

Introduction to Hestia Control Panel

If you’re looking for a powerful, modern, and completely free control panel for your VPS or dedicated server, Hestia Control Panel (HestiaCP) is one of the best options available. HestiaCP is a fork of the once-popular but now inactive VestaCP and is actively developed by the community. It offers an excellent feature set focused on performance and security. It’s a perfect fit for individual developers, freelancers, small businesses, and anyone who wants full control over their server without extra costs.