Commonly known as .htaccess, AllowOverride is a neat little feature that allows you to tweak the server’s behavior without modifying the configuration file or restarting the server. It allows you to quickly test various server configurations without needing to mess with restarting the server. It helps you be more (buzzword alert!) agile. But there is a downside to it. It can definitely have an effect on performance.
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