1.2. XML Introduction
Learning Objectives
You will be able...
- ...to explain the basic concepts of XML in three points.
- ...to list at least three properties of XML.
Introduction
XML is a markup language that features many advantages. Today, XML is
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In this unit we give you an overview of the properties and the features of XML. In further units you will learn more about the XML's syntax.

For this and the further unit you should have a basic understanding of HTML such as what is a tag and what it is used for, etc. If you want to study this subject first, find a tutorial on the W3C Schools homepage.