The Web Flashcards
What is the World Wide Web (WWW)?
The World Wide Web (WWW) is a system of interlinked hypertext documents and multimedia content, accessed through the internet using a web browser. The web allows users to view websites, interact with online applications, and navigate the internet.
What is a web browser?
A web browser is a software application used to access and view content on the web, including websites, web applications, and multimedia. Popular web browsers include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari.
What is a URL (Uniform Resource Locator)?
A URL is the address used to identify a resource on the web. It consists of several components, including the protocol (e.g., HTTP or HTTPS), domain name (e.g., www.example.com), and path (e.g., /page1).
What is HTTP and HTTPS?
HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol): A protocol used for transmitting data over the web. It defines how messages are formatted and transmitted between a web server and a client (browser).
HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure): The secure version of HTTP, which encrypts the communication between the browser and the server using SSL/TLS to ensure privacy and data security.
What is the role of a web server?
A web server is a computer or software that stores, processes, and delivers web pages to users’ browsers. When you request a website, the web server processes the request and sends the requested content back to your browser.
What is HTML (HyperText Markup Language)?
HTML is the standard language used to create and structure content on the web. It defines elements like headings, paragraphs, images, and links that form the structure of web pages.
What is CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)?
CSS is a language used to describe the presentation of a web page, including layout, colors, fonts, and spacing. It works alongside HTML to enhance the visual design and user experience of websites.
What is JavaScript?
JavaScript is a programming language that enables dynamic interactions and behaviors on web pages. It allows developers to create features like form validation, interactive maps, animations, and more.
What is a search engine?
A search engine is a web-based tool used to search for information on the internet. It indexes content from websites and returns relevant results when users enter search queries. Popular search engines include Google, Bing, and Yahoo.
What is SEO (Search Engine Optimization)?
SEO is the practice of optimizing websites and content to improve their visibility in search engine results. Techniques include optimizing keywords, improving site structure, and acquiring backlinks to rank higher in search results.
What is cloud computing in relation to the web?
Cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services (e.g., servers, storage, databases, applications) over the internet, enabling users to access and store data remotely. Popular services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and AWS are examples of cloud-based applications.
What is the role of cookies on the web?
Cookies are small pieces of data stored by websites on a user’s device. They are used to remember user preferences, login information, and browsing history to enhance the user experience and enable personalized content.
