Why does React use the concept of a Virtual DOM when modern browsers can efficiently handle DOM changes?

In traditional browsers, developers often had to directly manipulate the entire Document Object Model (DOM), triggering re-rendering or modification of the entire structure when changes occurred. However, with advancements, modern browsers can intelligently identify and manipulate only the changed parts of the DOM.

Considering this, I’m curious about the necessity of React’s Virtual DOM. Why does React continue to use the concept of a Virtual DOM when browsers are now capable of efficiently handling DOM changes? What** benefits does the Virtual DOM bring** to the table in today’s web development landscape?

I”ve been exploring React and the concept of the Virtual DOM, and I’m curious about its necessity in light of modern browsers’ capabilities to efficiently handle DOM changes. I’ve read some documentation and articles on React, but I’m still trying to grasp why the Virtual DOM is employed.