what is header element ?

Question

the lesson says "header is a simple element in html5." what does that mean? what is header tag actually! can anyone please explain to me.
https://code.sololearn.com/WOv11W4DO0Ai/?ref=app

Answer 1

Definition and Usage. The <header> element represents a container for introductory content or a set of navigational links. A <header> element typically contains: one or more heading elements (<h1> - <h6>) logo or icon.
http://www.html-5-tutorial.com/header-element.htm

Answer 2

header only a container for h1-h6, logo or icon. it same like div, but header make your code neat and easier to maintenance.

Answer 3

thank you for your information from what i have gathered so far header is used at the top of the page or before the start of the content of a particular section in document

http://html5doctor.com/the-header-element/
https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/HTML/Element/header
https://www.w3schools.com/tags/tag_header.asp