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HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language and is the standard markup language for creating web pages and applications.
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HTML5 was finalized and released in 2014, introducing native support for audio and video without relying on external plugins like Flash.
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HTML5 replaced older storage methods like browser cache with application cache, Web SQL database, and web storage.
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New elements introduced in HTML5 include <canvas>, <menu>, <figure>, <figcaption>, <audio>, <video>, <header>, and <footer>.
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The <canvas> element is used to draw graphics via scripting, typically JavaScript, serving as an alternative to Adobe Flash.
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HTML5 provides simpler syntax and a straightforward DOCTYPE declaration, making web development easier and allowing modern browsers to handle heavy rendering tasks.