AI & the web
Protocol
Agreed rules for exchanging data between systems.
In everyday use
A browser and server use HTTP to exchange requests and responses.
What to keep in mind
Matching a protocol does not alone establish trust or permission.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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