Content negotiation is a mechanism defined in HTTP that makes it possible for a client and server to agree on the best representation of a resource, based on the client's capabilities or preferences. It allows for the delivery of different versions of a resource, such as language, format, or encoding, without changing the URL.

Content Negotiation

Content negotiation

HTTP, or Hypertext Transfer Protocol, is the foundational protocol for data communication on the World Wide Web, enabling the fetching of resources such as HTML documents. It is a stateless protocol, meaning each request from a client to server is treated independently without any stored context from previous interactions.

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client and server

best representation of a resource

client's capabilities

Client's preferences

delivery of different versions

Language is a structured system of communication used by humans, consisting of sounds, symbols, or gestures that convey meaning. It is a cognitive faculty that enables individuals to express thoughts, emotions, and intentions, facilitating social interaction and cultural transmission.

language

format

Encoding is the process of converting information from one format or system into another, enabling efficient storage, transmission, and interpretation by machines or humans. It is fundamental in fields such as data communication, computer science, and cognitive psychology, where it facilitates the transformation of data into a form that can be easily processed and understood.

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