Understanding HTML

1. What is HTML?

HTML is a markup language used for structuring and displaying content on the web. It consists of elements represented by tags enclosed in angle brackets (<>).

2. Differences Between HTML4 and HTML5

  • Semantic elements: New tags like <article>, <section>, and <header> improve readability and SEO.
  • Multimedia support: The <audio> and <video> elements allow embedding media without third-party plugins.
  • Improved forms: New input types like email, date, and range enhance user interaction.
  • Canvas and SVG: Enables drawing graphics directly in the browser.