Protocols
Protocols
1. Communication Protocols:
TCP/IP: The backbone of internet communication; ensures data is sent and
received reliably.
HTTP/HTTPS: Used for transferring web pages; HTTPS adds a layer of
security through encryption.
2. Network Protocols:
Ethernet: A standard for wired networking, defining how devices
communicate over a LAN.
Wi-Fi: A set of standards for wireless networking, allowing devices to
connect without cables.
3. Application Protocols:
SMTP: Protocol for sending emails; establishes rules for email transmission.
IMAP/POP3: Used for retrieving emails; IMAP allows access to emails from
multiple devices, while POP3 downloads emails to a single device.
4. Transport Protocols:
TCP: Ensures reliable, ordered data transmission with error-checking.
UDP: Allows faster, connectionless data transmission, suitable for
applications like video streaming.
5. Routing Protocols:
BGP: Manages how packets are routed across different networks, especially
the internet.
OSPF: A link-state routing protocol that determines the best path for data
within a single network.
6. Security Protocols:
SSL/TLS: Secure protocols for encrypting data transmitted over the
internet.
IPsec: Secures IP communications through encryption and authentication.