A web server is the software that responds to visitor requests, delivers web pages, and processes things like PHP, static files, and more. LiteSpeed Web Server (LSWS) is a high-performance web server known for better efficiency, speed, and scalability compared to older servers like Apache. Bragghost uses LiteSpeed Web Server — a faster, more efficient server engine than many traditional hosts.
Why LiteSpeed Matters (and What It Offers)
LiteSpeed is designed to be a “drop-in replacement” for Apache, meaning it supports Apache’s features like .htaccess, mod_rewrite, and mod_security. It uses an event-driven architecture rather than Apache’s process-based model, which lets it handle more connections with less memory and CPU.
It also supports modern protocols like HTTP/2, HTTP/3, and QUIC, giving faster page loads and better performance under traffic.
Another strong feature is LSCache (LiteSpeed’s built-in caching engine), which has plugins for WordPress and other popular platforms. With LSCache, static and dynamic content can be cached efficiently, reducing server load and speeding up page delivery.
Benefits Compared to Traditional Servers
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Lower resource usage — LiteSpeed can serve more traffic per CPU/RAM compared to Apache, making it more efficient.
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Better at handling high concurrency — It scales better under load, so sudden surges of traffic are less likely to crash or slow the server.
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Compatibility — Because it supports Apache features, many sites that were built for Apache work with LiteSpeed without much change.
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Security & DDoS Mitigation — It includes throttling features, integrated DDoS protection, and support for security modules.
Source: LiteSpeed Documentation
What It Means for Your Bragghost Site
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You’ll likely see faster page loading times, especially under high traffic or when you have many visitors.
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You can benefit from LSCache plugins (for WordPress and other CMSs), which integrate caching logic at the server level.
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Many optimizations (caching, compression) may already be enabled by default, reducing the need for manual tweaks.
Should You Care as a Customer?
Yes, in a few ways:
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As your site grows, performance matters. Using a server like LiteSpeed gives your site more headroom before you need to scale up.
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If you use caching plugins (WordPress, etc.), LiteSpeed’s built-in caching may reduce plugin load or complexity.
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It improves reliability: under load or traffic spikes, you’re less likely to hit performance bottlenecks.
