Question 9: Can you explain the difference between a '403 Forbidden' and a '404 Not Found' error?

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Question 9: Can you explain the difference between a '403 Forbidden' and a '404 Not Found' error?
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A '403 Forbidden' error means the server refuses to authorize access, while a '404 Not Found' error indicates that the requested resource (song, album, etc.) doesn't exist. The '403' is a more severe restriction.