What is a client?
the requestor of a resource/service
What is a server?
the provider of a resource/service
Which HTTP method does a browser issue to a web server when you visit a URL?
GET
What three things are on the start-line of an HTTP request message?
- an HTTP method that describes the action to be performed. (verb like GET, PUT, POST, or noun like HEAD, OPTIONS)
- request target
- HTTP version, which defines structure of remaining message
What three things are on the start-line of an HTTP response message?
- Protocol Version
- status code
- status text
What are HTTP headers?
they let the client and the server pass additional information with an HTTP request or response.
Where would you go if you wanted to learn more about a specific HTTP Header?
IANA registry
Is a body required for a valid HTTP request or response message?
No
What is a client?
requester of a resource or service
What is a server?
provider of a resource or service
Which HTTP method does a browser issue to a web server when you visit a URL?
GET
What is on the first line of an HTTP request message?
- an HTTP method that describes the action to be performed. (verb like GET, PUT, POST, or noun like HEAD, OPTIONS)
- request target
- HTTP version, which defines structure of remaining message
What is on the first line of an HTTP response message?
- Protocol Version
- status code
- status text
What are HTTP headers?
they let the client and the server pass additional information with an HTTP request or response.
Is a body required for a valid HTTP message?
No
