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Operating Web-based 2
applicatiOns
A web-based application is one that can be accessed through a web browser over a network
connection. A web-based application offers the benefit of accessibility 24×7 all throughout the world.
Web-based applications are now widely employed for ticket reservations and other services, like bookings,
e-governance, online lessons, tests, and other methods of learning and online purchasing, with the ability
to pay with a credit card or debit card. These services allow you to access information from the comfort of
your own home, office, car, or other location via the Internet.
Web-based online apps can be divided into two categories:
Ð ÐThose that involve financial online transactions. For example, online reservation systems, online
shopping, and bill payments.
Ð ÐThose that provide information and allow engagement through filling out forms, posting queries,
viewing data, sending email, or chatting. For example, e-governance, online tutorials, and tests.
2.1 Online ReseRvatiOn systems
An online reservation system enables ticket booking and cancellation via the Internet. A user can retrieve
information and conduct transactions related to ticket reservations. Some examples of online reservation
systems are given below:
Ð ÐAirline ticket
Ð ÐRailway ticket
Ð ÐBus ticket
Ð ÐMovie ticket
Ð ÐHotel booking
Ð ÐCar rental
Ð ÐTour and travel booking
Such reservation systems save information and allow users to retrieve it. For example, information about
all flights from Delhi to Mumbai, such as timings, prices, air flight providers (Air India, Spice Jet, etc.), and
seat availability. Anyone who wants to fly from Delhi to Mumbai can look up flight times, prices, and seat
availability, among other things, and book a ticket.
2.1.1 Advantages of Online Reservation System
Online reservation systems benefit both the company that provides reservation services and the consumer
who uses the online reservation system to book the tickets. Let us discuss the benefits of using an online
reservation system.
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