Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) refers to the foundational network protocol used for distributed, collaborative, hypermedia information systems on the internet enabling the retrieval and transfer of website content and data between clients and servers.

How HTTP Relates to Managed IT:

– Serves web pages and assets including text, images, video, executables and documents for browser rendering.
– Stateless protocol reliant on additional application layer handling once assets delivered.
– MSPs provide HTTP hardening, caching, acceleration and gateway security controls.

Example:

A manufacturing company engages an MSP to maximize HTTP performance for public web services and internal wikis enhancing responsive access for customer inquiries and employee productivity.

Key Takeaways:

– Standard protocol transferring hypertext documents powering the web.
– Requires proper access governance and security controls.
– WPG expertise strengthens delivery, security and compliance across industries relying on web pipelines.