JQuery
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JQuery?
As said on Jquery.com website,
"jQuery is a fast and
concise JavaScript Library that simplifies HTML document traversing, event
handling, animating, and Ajax interactions for rapid web development. jQuery is designed
to change the way that you write JavaScript."
Physically, JQuery is a JavaScript (.js) file that must be present on
your development and production machines to run JQuery.
Where can I download JQuery?
You can download current version of JQuery on www.JQuery.com .
What is current version of
JQuery?
Current version of JQuery is v1.4.2. You can always find latest version
of JQuery on the home page of JQuery.com.
What is the download size of
JQuery?
This is based on v1.4.2. JQuery has two versions - production and
development. The Production version of JQuery you need to run JQuery on your
server. Development version of JQuery you need to use JQuery on your
development machine. The size of Production is 24KB and the size of Development
is 155KB.
Why do I need JQuery?
JQuery is lightweight and runs in the browser. It provides extended functionality to JavaScript and it is supported by most of the browsers. On the other hand, if you use Silverlight or Flash, you need to download larger files on your machine to support them.
Is JQuery free?
YES. JQuery is absolutely free.
Where can I find learning
material on JQuery?
JQuery.com has many tutorials, articles, and references. You may get
started here:
http://docs.jquery.com/How_jQuery_Works
We are also adding more JQuery related articles and tutorials on C#
Corner. If you are learning JQuery and would like to share your experience with
fellow developers, please feel free to publish your articles, tutorials, and
blogs on C# Corner.
Here are more articles and tutorials on JQuery:
http://www.c-sharpcorner.com/1/236/jquery.aspx
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