HTML5 is the 5th major revision of the core language of the World Wide Web:
the Hypertext Markup Language (HTML). In this version, new features are introduced to help Web
application authors, new elements are introduced based on research into prevailing authoring
practices, and special attention has been given to defining clear conformance criteria for user
agents in an effort to improve interoperability.W3.org
HTML5 is the ubiquitous platform for the web. Whether you're a mobile web developer, an enterprise with specific business needs, or a serious game dev looking to explore the web as a new platform, HTML5 has something for you! Choose your path:
HTML5 Rocks
HTML5 - New Features
Some of the most interesting new features in HTML5:- The <canvas> element for 2D drawing
- The <video> and <audio> elements for media playback
- Support for local storage
- New content-specific elements, like <article>, <footer>, <header>, <nav>, <section>
- New form controls, like calendar, date, time, email, url, search
Browser Support for HTML5
Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera , Safari , IE 9+