Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is the foundation of data communication on the World Wide Web, allowing for the transfer of hypertext documents between clients and servers. It operates as a request-response protocol in the client-server computing model, enabling web browsers to fetch web pages from servers and display them to users.

Hypertext Transfer Protocol

Data communication refers to the process of transferring data between two or more devices through a transmission medium, ensuring that the information is accurately and efficiently conveyed. It is fundamental to modern networking and telecommunications, enabling the functionality of the internet and various communication systems.

data communication

The World Wide Web is an information system where documents and other web resources are identified by Uniform Resource Locators (URLs), interlinked by hypertext links, and accessible via the Internet. It was invented by Tim Berners-Lee in 1989 and has since become a fundamental platform for sharing and accessing information globally.

World Wide Web

hypertext documents

clients and servers

request-response protocol

client-server computing model

Web browsers are software applications that enable users to access, retrieve, and interact with content on the World Wide Web, rendering HTML and other web technologies into a visual and interactive format. They serve as the primary interface between users and the internet, supporting various protocols and standards to ensure compatibility and security across different platforms and devices.

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