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In a REST API, which HTTP header is commonly used to include pagination links?

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Rest API - HATEOAS and Linking
In a REST API, which HTTP header is commonly used to include pagination links?
AAuthorization
BContent-Type
CLink
DCache-Control
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify headers related to pagination

    Pagination links are typically provided in HTTP headers to guide clients to other pages.
  2. Step 2: Recognize the correct header name

    The Link header is the standard header used to provide URLs for next, prev, first, and last pages.
  3. Final Answer:

    Link -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Pagination links use Link header [OK]
Quick Trick: Pagination URLs go in the Link header [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Using Authorization header for pagination
  • Confusing Content-Type with Link
  • Assuming Cache-Control handles pagination

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