HTTP and its Legacy

This project will teach users everything they need to know about HTTP, from its history to its future.

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Contents

Project History

This section will cover the history of HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol), including its beginnings and key milestones. Here we will also discuss how HTTP has evolved over time, including the major changes and updates that came with each new version of it.

HTTP Messages

This section will cover the HTTP messaging system, including how messages are structured and how they are used to communicate between clients and servers. We will also discuss the different types of messages and their purposes.

Key Terms

This section will cover the key terms and concepts related to HTTP, including the different types of requests, responses, and headers. We will also discuss the importance of these terms in understanding how HTTP works.

Term Definition
HTTP HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which is the foundation of data communication on the World Wide Web.
Client A client is a computer or program that requests resources from a server.
Server A server is a computer or program that provides resources to clients.
Request A request is a message sent by a client to a server, asking for a specific resource or action.
Response A response is a message sent by a server to a client, providing the requested resource or action.