What that error message really means

When a website won’t load, error messages like 404, 500, or DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN can reveal what’s wrong. A 404 Not Found means the page doesn’t exist, while a 500 Internal Server Error signals a problem on the server. DNS errors suggest your device can’t find the site’s address. 403 Forbidden indicates access denial, and ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT means the site is too slow to respond. These errors can stem from server issues, bad URLs, or browser problems. Understanding website error messages helps you troubleshoot faster—whether it's clearing cache, restarting your router, or contacting the site admin.