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

Practice Questions

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What is the primary function of the 'User-Agent' header in an HTTP request?
  1. To specify the type of content
  2. To identify the client software making the request
  3. To manage session state
  4. To control caching behavior

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary function of the 'User-Agent' header in an HTTP request?
  • Step 1: Understand that an HTTP request is a message sent from a client (like a web browser) to a server (like a website).
  • Step 2: Know that the 'User-Agent' header is a part of this message.
  • Step 3: Realize that the 'User-Agent' header contains information about the client software, such as the type of browser and operating system.
  • Step 4: Understand that this information helps the server know what kind of device or software is making the request.
  • Step 5: Recognize that by knowing the client software, the server can send back responses that are better suited for that specific client.
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