1.3.4 - Web Technologies Flashcards
What does HTML do?
Describes the content and structure of a web page so that a browser and interpret it.
What does CSS do?
Describes the layout and styling of a web page.
What does inline CSS mean?
The CSS is entered directly in the HTML file.
What does JavaScript do in terms of websites?
Add interactivity and behaviours to a web page.
What is a client?
A device on a network that accesses a service made available by a server.
What is a server?
A device or program on a network that provides a service to a client.
What are some types of servers?
Web, FTP, Mail, Proxy.
What are reasons to use client side processing?
- Reduces the load off the server
- Reduces outgoing requests
- Give quick response to the user after data input
What are reasons to use server side processing?
- Sensitive data should not be sent to the client
- Client side validation can be manipulated (turned off)