What is an .htaccess file and how to use it?

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What is an .htaccess file and how to use it?

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.htaccess file is acronym for Hypertext Access. It is a configuration file used by Apache-based web servers that controls the directory. These .htaccess files can be used to alter the configuration of the Apache Web Server software to enable or disable additional functionality and features that the Apache Web Server software has to offer.Most common uses of an htaccess file include the capability to restrict access to certain files or directories on the internet through password protection.