Quick definition · 2 min Internet & web term
Browser
A browser is the app that turns web code into the pages you see, like Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge.
Think of it like
A universal translator: it takes raw HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and renders a readable, clickable page.
Example
When you visit a site, your browser downloads its code over HTTP and draws the buttons, text, and images you interact with.
Why it matters
The browser is where almost all web tools (including the ones on this site) actually run. “Client-side” just means “in your browser.”
Where you’ll see it
ChromeSafariFirefoxEdge