HTML is the foundational language of the Web and a providing the basic structure and semantics for web content..
It introduces new elements like header, footer, article, and section, as well as APIs for multimedia, graphics, and offline storage. HTML5 is essential for creating accessible and well-structured web pages that can be interpreted by browsers.
Role: Beyond basic structure, HTML5 supports modern web applications through features like the <canvas>
element for drawing graphics, the <video>
and
<audio>
elements for media playback, and the <svg>
element for scalable vector graphics. Its APIs, such as Web Storage and WebSockets, enable richer, more interactive user
experiences. HTML5 also plays a critical role in making web content accessible to people with disabilities through semantic elements and ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes.