Definition: The word "robots.txt" refers to a file that tells web crawlers (bots) which pages are not allowed, and provides instructions for how robots can interact with those pages. Detailed definitions:
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Robots.txt
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- A text file typically found on a website's root directory or within an application's code.
- It is used by web crawlers to inform them of the URL patterns that will be handled when crawling the website.
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Description:
The description of what kind of robots are allowed (like spiders, browsers) and what actions they can take (like no file upload, no script execution).
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Usage
: A common practice in the development process is for web developers to use robots.txt files to control which pages their website can access or crawl.
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Limitations:
Robots.txt should be used sparingly as it can clutter up websites and make them more difficult for users. It's often recommended not to include any restrictions at all.
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