Browser-Based Access
Users can access web applications through any web browser (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox) without needing to download or install software.
A web application is a software application that runs on a web server and is accessed by users through a web browser over the internet. Unlike traditional desktop applications, which are installed and run locally on a user's computer, web applications are hosted on remote servers and can be used on various devices without requiring installation.
Users can access web applications through any web browser (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox) without needing to download or install software.
Web applications work on various devices and operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS, Android, iOS) as long as a browser is available.
They offer dynamic and interactive features, similar to desktop applications, such as data input, processing, and real-time feedback.
Most web applications require an active internet connection to function, though some may offer offline capabilities.
Updates are implemented on the server side, so users always access the latest version without manual updates.
Google Docs, Microsoft Office 365 (e.g., Word Online, Excel Online).
Amazon, eBay, Shopify.
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
Web portals provided by banks
Salesforce, HubSpot.
Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Outlook.com.
The part users interact with directly, built using technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Framework: React, Angular, Vue.js.
Handles the application's logic, database interactions, and business rules. Technologies: Node.js, Python (Django, Flask), PHP, Ruby on Rails.
Stores and retrieves data needed by the application. Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB.
Hosts the application and serves content to users. Servers: Apache, Nginx.
