Web Technology 511 Overview

Flashcards summarizing key concepts from Web Technology 511 lecture notes.

HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)

The standard language for creating web pages, using tags to define elements like headings, paragraphs, and links.

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)

A style sheet language used for describing the presentation of a document written in HTML or XML, controlling layout, colors, fonts, etc.

JavaScript

A programming language that allows you to implement complex features on web pages, enabling interactivity and dynamic content.

DOM (Document Object Model)

A programming interface for HTML and XML documents, representing the page so that programs can change the document structure, style, and content.

Client/Server Model

A model of interaction where the client (typically a web browser) requests resources from a server, which provides the resources required.

Lazy Loading

An optimization technique that postpones loading certain resources until they are needed, enhancing performance by reducing initial load times.

Web Standards

Guidelines set by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) that ensure consistency, functionality, and accessibility of web content across all devices.

Intranet

A private internal network confined to an organization, enabling secure communication and resource sharing among its members.

Extranet

An extension of an intranet that allows controlled access to external stakeholders, maintaining security while facilitating collaboration.

URI (Uniform Resource Identifier)

A string of characters that uniquely identifies a particular resource on the internet, often formatted as URLs.

JavaScript API

A collection of methods and properties that allow developers to programmatically control audio and video elements on webpages.

Image Optimization

The process of reducing image file sizes to improve web performance while maintaining acceptable visual quality.

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

The foundational protocol used for transmitting data over the web, enabling the retrieval of resources such as HTML documents.

HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)

An extension of HTTP that uses encryption to secure data exchanged between the browser and the server, ensuring privacy and security.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

A standard protocol used for transferring files over the internet, allowing users to upload and download files between computers.

Web Performance Optimization (WPO)

The practice of improving the speed and efficiency of websites to enhance user experience and reduce load times.