Hello everyone, We are back with third post of the series:A Beginner’s Guide to Web Design and Development: Demystifying Key Terms for Building Your First Website. If you haven’t read the second part yet,you can read it here.
21. Domain Name:
A domain name is like the address of your website on the internet. It’s what people type into their web browsers to access your site. For example, “www.example.com” is a domain name. It’s important to choose a domain name that represents your website or business and is easy for visitors to remember.
22. Web Hosting:
Web hosting is a service that allows you to make your website accessible on the internet. When you sign up for web hosting, you’re essentially renting space on a server (a powerful computer) where your website’s files and data are stored. The web hosting provider ensures that your website is available and accessible to visitors whenever they type in your domain name.
23. Server:
A server is a computer that stores and delivers data to other computers over a network, such as the internet. When someone requests to view your website, their computer sends a request to the server, and the server responds by sending the necessary files and data back to the visitor’s computer, which then displays your website.
24. Client:
A client is simply the user’s computer, smartphone, or tablet that accesses your website. It could be any device with a web browser. When a client wants to view your website, it sends a request to the server, and the server responds by sending the requested web pages back to the client’s device for display.
25. FTP (File Transfer Protocol):
FTP is a method used to transfer files between your computer and a web server. It’s commonly used by web developers to upload website files to the server and make updates. FTP software allows you to connect to the server, browse your website’s files, and transfer them back and forth easily.
26. SEO-Friendly Design:
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) refers to techniques and strategies that help your website rank higher in search engine results. An SEO-friendly design means structuring your website in a way that search engines can easily understand and index. This involves using relevant keywords, organizing your content effectively, optimizing page load speed, and making your website user-friendly.
27. Accessibility:
Accessibility in web design means ensuring that your website is usable and accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. It involves designing and developing websites in a way that accommodates various needs, such as providing alternative text for images, using readable fonts and color contrasts, and making the website navigable using keyboard-only inputs.
28. Cross-Browser Compatibility:
Cross-browser compatibility means that your website looks and functions consistently across different web browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Internet Explorer. Web browsers may interpret and display websites differently, so it’s important to test your website on multiple browsers to ensure a consistent experience for all visitors.
29. W3C (World Wide Web Consortium):
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is an international community that develops standards and guidelines for the web. They work to ensure that the web is compatible, accessible, and consistent across different platforms and devices. Adhering to W3C standards helps ensure that your website works well on various browsers and devices.
30. API (Application Programming Interface):
An API is a set of rules and protocols that allows different software applications to communicate and interact with each other. It defines how different software components should interact and exchange data. APIs enable developers to integrate functionalities from other applications into their own websites, such as embedding a map from Google Maps or incorporating social media sharing buttons. APIs make it easier to enhance your website with external services and functionalities.
I hope this provides a clearer understanding of these terms! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask in the comments.
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