What are Web standards?

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Web standards are like operational standards in any industry, they help ensure that Web pages will work properly with all Web browsers and adapt well to the way different people configure their computers. Another great advantage of Web pages that follow Web standards is that they download and display quickly.

Unfortunately, some Web designers who are keen to show off their technical flair or graphical prowess do not always heed these standards and their pages may not display properly in any browser but their own.

See also:

• How can I validate my Web page?