vector graphics are images that are rendered by a set of mathematical equations rather than a static collection of colored pixels.
vector graphics are excellent for repeated patterns, creating very small file sizes and effects that are infinitely scalable without losing resolution
icons are a type of image that do not require a flat file, but can be scaled
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radial-gradient()
attribute used with the background-image property, an optional shape variable, and color values
to create a patterned background in an HTML element.
linear-gradient()
attribute used with the background-image property, an optional degree variable (e.g. 180deg), and color values
to create a patterned background in an HTML element.