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What does "CORS" mean in programming?
CORS is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
Cross-Origin Resource Sharing. A browser security mechanism that controls which domains can make HTTP requests to an API hosted on a different domain. Servers configure CORS headers to allow or block cross-origin requests.
Example
"Add CORS headers to the API response to allow the frontend to call it from a different domain."
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