How can I check if the web server is actually running and accessible?

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How can I check if the web server is actually running and accessible?
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First, verify the web server process (e.g., IIS, Apache, Node.js) is running. Use task manager (Windows) or `ps` command (Linux/macOS) to check. Then, try accessing the server's URL directly in a web browser. If you get a 503 there too, the problem isn't specific to the debugger; it's a server-level issue.