Questions tagged [web-server]

Questions about serving requests by Android devices over http or related protocols.

A web server is a software or hardware which can serve (respond) requests over protocols commonly related to the World Wide Web, most commonly https or http.

Most Android devices can work as a web server, but it requires apps.

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Can I run a webserver on an android device?

You can make a Web server on your router providing that you rewrite its firmware with a free DD-WRT, Tomato, etc. You can also run a on a raspberry pi, given that you can run a Web server on any device provided it runs a Linux. Can I run a Web…
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HTTP servers with scripting support on Android

I'm looking to host simple web apps on my smartphone in a group (like a LAN party, just not as hardcore). Because of both lack of portability and lack of specific programming skills, I can't just develop a client app to play. Therefore, I need a…
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Do any SVN servers exist for Android?

Just upgraded to a new phone. So, I have my old one with a cracked screen lying around. Is there any way to run an SVN server on it for a few projects I am working on with a friend? Its low power and small size makes it ideal for a task like this.
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Tablet Genesis 7240 + Android + Bit Web Server dont work

I buyed a table GENESIS 7240 + Android 4.0.3 and I've installed the app named Bit Web Server -- but it is not working correcly, not starting. The App works fine on my Galaxy Note, That proves Its not a problem with the app, but we need it working…
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How to host Wordpress site on Android device

I am trying to host a Wordpress site on my old Android phone, but so far I have been unsuccessfull... I tried with KSWEB and Ulti Server, extracted the Wordpress.zip in the sdcard, and when I try to connect to the server I am getting error with the…
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Why Can I Not Access My Devices Localhost Over Data?

While experimenting with the Bit Web Server app I have noticed that when I attempt to access my device's localhost, the connection seems to be sent somewhere else. Using the localhost button in the app sends me to http://localhost:8080, however this…
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Is "localhost" not supposed to point to localhost?

I have several applications on my device that can run HTTP servers. I can access the server just fine if I user the actual private IP address, but localhost, 127.0.0.1, and [::1] all fail to access the server. Before you ask, the port and protocol…
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is there a way to know what Uri the apps on my phone connect to?

there's one app on my phone that i need to know exactly what Uri it uses to connect to it's server. is there a way to find out how? tl:dr - i'm not trying to hack or damage, and actually the app is developed by the company i started work for, and…
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Run PHP MySQL web application on Android

I want to run a PHP MySQL web application on an Android device. The device is not rooted. Is there any way? If there isn't, can the device connect to a PC's localhost offline?
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How to make Android listen to message like a server?

I need to know if Android can listen to a data sensor via wifi? Can android listen to a port and be like a server? Arduino Device Sensor -> WIFI connection (protocol?) -> Android Device Can Android device listen to certain port with HTTP messages?
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Use android device to host a website

I have an Xperia Mini which I want to make a web server, to host a website on it so me and other people can visit the website (it won't be something like 1000 visitors per minute). So, if this is possible, can you please: Point me at what to read…