netþjónar
Netþjónar, or web servers in Icelandic, are computer systems designed to serve web content to clients over the internet or a local network. They respond to requests from web browsers or other HTTP clients by delivering web pages, images, videos, and other digital resources. Netþjónar play a critical role in hosting websites, enabling communication, e-commerce, and access to online services.
A netþjónur typically operates using the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or its secure variant, HTTPS, to
Web servers can be categorized based on their purpose, such as static servers (delivering pre-generated content)
Security is a fundamental concern for netþjónar, as they are often targeted by cyberattacks. Measures like
In Iceland, netþjónar are widely used by businesses, government agencies, and individuals to establish an online