I’ve downloaded EasyPHP, a package containing PHP, MySQL and Apache, so that I can write and test PHP scripts without uploading my files to my web host all the time.
However, I was getting this errror:
Apache cannot be runned : another Web server use the Web port or port is blocked by firewall.
After a fair bit of head scratching, I discovered that Skype was using the same port. To have both Skype and Apache running, go to Tools -> Options -> Advanced -> Connection and uncheck the box marked “Use port 80 and 443 as alternatives for incoming connections”. Then quit and restart Skype. Now try running Apache.
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WOW.
Their grammar is amazing…
I’ve never heard of EasyPHP but I have used WAMP (Windows,Apache,MySql, php) Server.
It was surprisingly easy to setup.
I set it up so that I could make website presentations at meetings without having to worry about an internet connection. I am too “kechi” to spend money on a wireless card so WAMP was a lifesaver.
Yeah, but the way the error was wroted was easily understanded.
I picked EasyPHP because it was the first thing I saw recommended and it worked - download, run and use. I’m sure WAMP or XAMPP are just as easy, even with their funny names.
The Skype and Apache clash of ports would probably have caught me out no matter what server software I used, though.
I know what their slogan should be!
EasyPHP - So easy a caveman could runned it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H02iwWCrXew
You are a life saver and I love you! Thank you for solving this problem with the (not so) “easy” PHP
Thank You sir…!
no.1 on Google for this error, and No. 1 FIX….!!
on to the next “EASY” step…:-)
hi there
I’ve the same problem .. and I didn’t have skype.. but I’m trying to install EasyPHP on vista 64x .. if any 1 can help >>
thanks
I was using EasyPHP for two weeks, but it kept throwing “undefined variable” errors. I’ve now changed to Wamp Server and those problems have gone.
Go to Tools? Where exactly?
In Skype, you should have these menus along the top: File, Account, Call, Chats, View, Tools and Help.
Tried this but still cannot be runned
I am using Windows Vista Home Basic
Kaspersky 7.0.0.125
Easyphp 2
I also have skype and oovoo installed
what might be the problem then ?
Thank you very much! You saved me a lot of hassle going through pages and pages of Google results searching how to solve it.
Thanks … Problem solved….