Web Design

Types of Websites

HTTP
HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

The foundation of data communication on the World Wide Web. It is the protocol used for transferring hypertext requests and information between web browsers and servers.

HTTPS
HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)

An extension of HTTP with added security features, using SSL/TLS protocols to encrypt data transmitted between the browser and the server.

Web Browsers
Web Browsers

Software applications that retrieve and display web pages. Examples include Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

Web Servers
Web Servers

Software or hardware that stores, processes, and serves web pages to users. Examples include Apache, Nginx, and Microsoft IIS.

DNS (Domain Name System)
DNS (Domain Name System)

A system that translates domain names into IP addresses, allowing users to access websites using human-readable names.

Web Hosting
Web Hosting

Services that provide space on the internet for websites. Hosting providers offer storage, bandwidth, and other resources to make websites accessible.

REST (Representational State Transfer)

An architectural style for designing networked applications, commonly used in web services development.

JSON
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation)

A lightweight data-interchange format often used for asynchronous browser/server communication.

Web APIs (Application Programming Interfaces)
Web APIs (Application Programming Interfaces)

Interfaces that allow different software applications to communicate with each other. Web APIs are commonly used for integrating third-party services into websites.

Web Frameworks
Web Frameworks

Libraries or frameworks that provide pre-built code and tools to simplify and speed up web development. Examples include React, Angular, Vue.js (for front-end), and Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails (for back-end).

Web Standards
Web Standards

Guidelines and specifications set by organizations like the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to ensure consistency and compatibility in web development. Examples include HTML5, CSS3, and ECMAScript.