Tomcat : the definitive guide

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Jakarta Tomcat is the leading Java servlet and JSP platform globally, serving as the reference implementation for Sun's specifications and powering countless websites, from simple static pages to complex e-commerce platforms. This essential guide is a must-have for anyone involved with Tomcat, covering everything from basic installation on major operating systems to advanced configurations. Readers will learn to set up Tomcat for automatic startup and shutdown, explore every configuration option, and utilize various Realm implementations for user authentication against different data sources. The book delves into the interactions between Apache's httpd web server and Tomcat, providing unique insights into using the mod_jk2 connector for load balancing and advanced clustering techniques, including the new Tomcat session replicator. Security is a key focus, with instructions on using X.509 certificates, running Tomcat in a chroot jail, and protecting against various attacks while filtering bad data from applications. Additionally, it covers Tomcat log files and formatting for usability. For developers, the book offers valuable tips on server.xml and web.xml files, mastering Tomcat's features, and understanding the HTTP conversation, along with debugging guidance and best practices for clustering support.