Short answer: no.

Longer answer: mod_perl is used to embed a perl interpreter into Apache and this allows for the creation of filters and handlers in Perl. That's an awesome feature and it's the only way to do this. However, BitD mod_perl was sold on the efficiency benefits of a persistent dynamic server so a large number of less well-informed people thought that this was the only reason to use it. With the advent of FastCGI, PSGI, etc. this becomes less of a reason to use mod_perl so that segement of the user base has generally migrated away. The core who use it for other purposes remain.

FastCGI, no longer downloadable from some servers (phased out already), seems to be promoted here; but I am left wondering where one obtains it?

From https://httpd.apache.org/download.cgi#mod_fcgid

A friend wants to run my scripts on his Windows computer.

Your friend might benefit from some persuasion regarding their choice of operating system ;-)

If you your friend really wants to run anything on MSWin32, they will probably require help specific to that O/S - at which point I am happy to leave the two of you to it. Best of luck!

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In reply to Re: Is mod_perl going the way of the dinosaur? by hippo
in thread Is mod_perl going the way of the dinosaur? by Polyglot

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