What is the purpose of the 'User-Agent' header in an HTTP request?

Practice Questions

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What is the purpose of the 'User-Agent' header in an HTTP request?
  1. To identify the client software
  2. To specify the content type
  3. To manage caching
  4. To authenticate the user

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the purpose of the 'User-Agent' header in an HTTP request?
  • Step 1: When you use a web browser to visit a website, your browser sends a request to the server.
  • Step 2: This request includes various pieces of information, one of which is the 'User-Agent' header.
  • Step 3: The 'User-Agent' header tells the server what type of client is making the request.
  • Step 4: It includes details about the browser (like Chrome or Firefox) and the operating system (like Windows or macOS).
  • Step 5: The server can use this information to deliver the best version of the website for that specific browser and operating system.
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