What does it mean when localhost refused to connect?

Why does localhost 8080 refused to connect?

$ kubectl get nodes The connection to the server localhost:8080 was refused - did you specify the right host or port? This is a common issue when you run the kubectl command or a similar command. In most cases, Kubernetes does not have the correct credentials to access the cluster.

How do I fix localhost refused to connect to xampp?

First off, the most common way to resolve this error is by changing the port of the apache web server if you are using XAMPP or WAMP on windows. Usually, some other web application that you might be running on your computer can get the hold of port 80 and it is blocked/not accessible to an application like apache.

Why can't I access my local host?

If you're unable to access the web server via localhost, there's a chance that your firewall may be blocking the connection. You can often resolve this problem by modifying your firewall settings to allow incoming connections for the port that MAMP is trying to access.

How do I activate localhost?

The IIS installation automatically enables localhost.1Click the Windows Start button and select "Control Panel." A window opens with a list of system options and utilities. ... 2Click the "Programs" link. ... 3Check the box labeled "Internet Information Services." Click "OK." The IIS service installs on the computer.