Question

What is the importance of URL in networking ?

Answer 1

URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, and is used to specify addresses on the World Wide Web. A URL is the fundamental network identification for any resource connected to the web (e.g., hypertext pages, images, and sound files). The protocol specifies how information from the link is transferred.You may not realize how many places the URL is being used.S ome examples are given below:-

URLs are often the text used to link to a webpage

URLs are commonly printed on marketing collateral such as business cards, flyers, billboards, and emails

URLs are an influential factor in how your webpage may rank in an Internet search

URLs are often spoken by your sales and/or support staff

These and the many other uses of a URL warrant a better understanding and better usage.