WebSocket vs HTTP

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What differentiates one from the other?

Which one is better at the expense of the other?

Developers, especially juniors, often wonder about the differences between WebSocket and HTTP, and which one is more suitable for different scenarios. This article aims to clarify these questions, providing clear guidance to help choose the most appropriate technology according to specific needs.

Conclusion:

The choice between HTTP and WebSocket depends on the needs of your application. If you need real-time communication with low latency, WebSocket is the best option. If you need discrete requests and static web pages, HTTP is more suitable.

This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by ElinaTsovo

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