What is meant by JScript?
The term "JScript" refers to a scripting language developed by Microsoft, closely related to JavaScript. JScript was primarily designed for use in Microsoft products, particularly Internet Explorer. It is an interpreted language used in web browsers to create dynamic content and interactive functions on websites. Although JScript has largely been replaced by JavaScript and other modern web technologies, it played a significant role in the early development of the internet.
Typical software functions in the area of "JScript" include:
- DOM Manipulation: Enables dynamic changes to the structure, style, and content of HTML documents in the browser.
- Event Handling: Supports responding to user actions like clicks, inputs, and mouse movements to create interactive web pages.
- Form Validation: Validates user input in forms on the client side before sending it to the server.
- Browser Compatibility: Specific functions and methods optimized for working with Internet Explorer.
- Scripting within Active Server Pages (ASP): Allows embedding scripts in ASP files to dynamically generate server-side content.
- Integration with ActiveX Components: Permits the use and control of ActiveX objects directly from JScript to implement advanced functions in web applications.