Static Web Server

Static Web Server is a modern, high-performance web server specifically designed for serving static content. Built with Rust and leveraging asynchronous I/O, it delivers exceptional performance and resource efficiency while providing all the features needed for modern static websites and single-page applications.

Key Features

• High-Performance Architecture:

  • Built with Rust for maximum performance and safety
  • Asynchronous I/O for excellent concurrency
  • Low memory footprint and CPU usage
  • Optimized for static file serving
  • Efficient request handling
  • Minimal resource overhead

• Static Content Optimization:

  • Fast static file serving with optimized I/O
  • Single-page application (SPA) support
  • Directory indexing and browsing
  • Automatic MIME type detection
  • Content compression (gzip, brotli)
  • Cache-friendly file serving

• Modern Web Standards:

  • HTTP/2 support for improved performance
  • Brotli compression for better compression ratios
  • Security headers by default
  • CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) support
  • Custom header configuration
  • URL rewriting and redirects

• Security Features:

  • HTTPS/TLS support with modern ciphers
  • Security headers configuration
  • Access control and restrictions
  • Rate limiting capabilities
  • Path traversal protection
  • Secure file serving practices

• Developer-Friendly:

  • Simple configuration options
  • Environment variable support
  • Command-line interface
  • Configuration file support
  • Hot reloading capabilities
  • Comprehensive logging

• Easy Deployment:

  • Single binary with no dependencies
  • Cross-platform support (Linux, Windows, macOS)
  • Docker container support
  • Minimal installation requirements
  • Portable and lightweight
  • Cloud-native deployment ready

• Advanced Features:

  • Custom error pages
  • Virtual hosting support
  • Flexible routing options
  • Content negotiation
  • Range request support
  • ETag generation

Technical Specifications

• Language: Rust
• Protocols: HTTP/1.1, HTTP/2, HTTPS
• Platforms: Linux, Windows, macOS, FreeBSD
• License: Apache-2.0/MIT
• Package Formats: Binary, Docker
• Configuration: CLI, Environment variables, Config files

Use Cases

• Static Websites: Personal blogs, portfolios, and documentation sites
• Single-Page Applications: React, Vue, Angular applications
• JAMstack Sites: Static site generators like Gatsby, Next.js, Hugo
• Development Servers: Local development and testing environments
• CDN Origins: Origin server for content delivery networks
• Microservices: Static asset serving for microservice architectures

Unique Advantages

• Rust Performance: Memory-safe, high-performance implementation
• Async Architecture: Excellent handling of concurrent requests
• Zero Dependencies: Single binary with no external dependencies
• Modern Standards: Built-in support for modern web standards
• Resource Efficient: Minimal CPU and memory usage
• Easy Deployment: Simple setup and configuration

Based on the Static Web Server GitHub repository, this tool provides developers and organizations with a modern, efficient solution for serving static content that combines the performance benefits of Rust with the simplicity needed for quick deployment and management.