What is the difference between using POST and REQUEST methods in PHP form handling?

When handling form submissions in PHP, the main difference between using POST and REQUEST methods is that POST method is more secure as it sends data in the HTTP request body, while REQUEST method sends data both in the URL and in the request body. It is generally recommended to use POST method for handling form submissions to prevent sensitive data from being exposed in the URL. 

// Using POST method for form handling
if ($_SERVER["REQUEST_METHOD"] == "POST") {
    // Process form data here
}

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POST method REQUEST method PHP form handling data submission form processing

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