I was recently having problems getting my Apache web server to start up the other day. If I tried to start it with the Apache Monitor or in the Services window, it would just try to start and exit. No message and nothing would be left in the Apache log files.

So I went to the command prompt and tried to start it there. That is when I received the following error.

(OS 10048)Only one usage of each socket address (protocol/network address/port) is normally permitted. : make_sock: could not bind to address 0.0.0.0:80 no listening sockets available, shutting down Unable to open logs

Solution

Turns out the problem was with Skype. I had installed it recently and when I rebooted my computer, it took control of that port before Apache could. You can fix it by exiting Skype and then starting Apache, before starting Skype again. Alternatively, you open Skype and go to Tools -> Options -> Advanced -> Connection. Turn off the checkbox that refers to port 80 and 443. Then restart Skype.

I found similar information on this problem on this page about Apache Not Working On Vista.

Post a Comment ... (0 Comments)

My sister has recently started her own site where she talks about fashion and thoughts on style. The site is called Dress Me Dearly. Anyhow, I thought I would put a bit of a plug in here for her and a bit of "link love".

I have to say I am quite impressed so far with the frequency and quality of the content being posted. Lots of images, articles, and even a video entry have been posted so far.

Post a Comment ... (0 Comments)