Relative Paths
A relative path assumes that the file is on the current server. Using relative paths allows you to construct your site offline and fully test it before uploading it.
For example:
php/webct/itr/index.php
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Absolute Paths
An absolute path refers to a file on the Internet using its full URL. Absolute paths tell the browser precisely where to go.
For example:
http://www.xuz.com/disted/php/webct/itr/index.php
Absolute paths are easier to use and understand. However, it is not good practice on your own website. For one thing, using relative paths allows you to construct your site offline and fully test it before uploading it. If you were to use absolute paths you would have to change your code before uploading it in order to get it to work. This would also be the case if you ever had to move your site or if you changed domain names.