Frontend and backend

In software development, frontend refers to the presentation layer that users interact with, while backend involves the data management and processing behind the scenes.In the client–server model, the client is usually considered the frontend, handling user-facing tasks, and the server is the backend, managing data and logic.The front is an abstraction, simplifying the underlying component by providing a user-friendly interface, while the back usually handles data storage and business logic.E-commerce Website: The frontend is the user interface (e.g., product pages, search bar), while the backend processes payments and updates inventory.Social Media Platform: The frontend shows the news feed, while the backend stores posts and manages notifications.
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