HTTP: The OG Browser Protocol

First Browsing Session

Welcome, noob! You've just entered the wild west of the internet. Here's your first encounter with HTTP, the protocol that made it all possible.

Let's Break it Down:

• HTTP stands for HyperText Transfer Protocol (not to be confused with HyperText Transfer Protocol)
• It's a request-response system, because who doesn't love a good back-and-forth?
• Think of it like ordering food at a restaurant, but instead of food, you're getting cat pictures and memes
• HTTP works on top of TCP/IP, because that's just how it rolls

Now, let's get to the fun part! Visit our Request Page to see what all the fuss is about.

Or, if you're feeling brave, head to our Methods Page to see the different ways you can ask for cat pictures.