Varnish vs nginx : Which is Better?

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Varnish

Varnish is an HTTP cache. Developed by Varnish Software

License: Open Source

Categories: Security & Privacy

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

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nginx

Nginx is a web server, which can also be used as a reverse proxy, load balancer and HTTP cache. Developed by Igor Sysoev

License: Open Source

Categories: Network & Admin

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux BSD

Varnish VS nginx Feature comparision

Feature Varnish nginx
Load balancing
HTTPS Support
Lightweight
Low memory usage
Client-side cache
Cascade proxy
Memcached
Access Control
Web log analysis
Security monitoring
Software as a Service
Web Development
Modular System
Configurable
Modules
Multicast RTP streaming
Portable
Web Server
Customizable
Blogging
Support for Let's Encrypt
Reverse proxy
Continuous Configuration
High Availability
Support for Docker
PowerShell Scripting
PXE boot
TFTP
DHCP Server
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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