Apache Tomcat is a widely used open-source web server and servlet container that provides support for offering services to clients, typically in the form of web applications. It is designed to handle the execution of Java Servlets, JavaServer Pages (JSP), and other Java-based technologies. Tomcat acts as an intermediary between clients (usually web browsers) and the backend components of a web application.
Here's a description of Apache Tomcat's support for offering services to clients:
Servlet and JSP Execution: Apache Tomcat allows clients to access Java Servlets and JavaServer Pages (JSP) components. These server-side technologies enable dynamic content generation and processing, allowing web applications to interact with clients in real-time.
HTTP Request Handling: Clients, such as web browsers, send HTTP requests to the Apache Tomcat server. Tomcat processes these requests, maps them to appropriate servlets or JSPs, and executes the corresponding Java code to generate dynamic content or perform requested actions.