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If a browser sends an HTTP GET request but the server responds with a 404 status code, what will the user see?

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Intro to Computing - How the Internet Works
If a browser sends an HTTP GET request but the server responds with a 404 status code, what will the user see?
AThe browser will reload the page automatically
BThe requested webpage content
CA page saying '404 Not Found' or similar error message
DThe browser will crash
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand HTTP 404 status code meaning

    404 means the requested page was not found on the server.
  2. Step 2: Browser displays error message

    The browser shows a '404 Not Found' error page to inform the user.
  3. Final Answer:

    A page saying '404 Not Found' or similar error message -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    404 response = error page shown [OK]
Quick Trick: 404 means page missing, browser shows error [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Expecting page content
  • Thinking browser crashes
  • Assuming automatic reload

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