HTML vs XHTML
Learn the difference between HTML and XHTML, their rules, and which one is recommended for modern websites.
HTML and XHTML are both markup languages, but they follow different rules.
Key Differences
| Feature | HTML | XHTML |
|---|---|---|
| Syntax | Flexible | Strict |
| Case | Not sensitive | Case sensitive |
| Error handling | Forgiving | Strict |
Which One to Use?
- HTML is modern standard
- XHTML is rarely used today
- HTML5 is recommended
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