Definition
A React architecture that allows components to render exclusively on the server, sending zero JavaScript to the client.
Why It Matters
Traditional React apps send huge JS bundles to the browser, making them slow on mobile. RSCs deliver pre-rendered HTML, resulting in instant page loads and better SEO.
How It Works
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Server components fetch data directly from the DB (no API call needed).
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They render to HTML on the server.
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Only the HTML is sent to the browser.
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Interactive parts (buttons) remain as Client Components.
The NetForce Take
This is why we use Next.js App Router. It gives you the speed of a static site with the dynamic capabilities of a web app.