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What is the purpose of a protocol?
What is the purpose of a protocol?
Maria
Thu Oct 17 2024
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I'm trying to understand the reason why protocols are used. I want to know their main purpose and how they fit into different contexts or systems.
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Giulia
Sat Oct 19 2024
A protocol is essentially a predefined set of rules that govern the formatting and processing of data in a network.
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BlockchainBaronGuard
Sat Oct 19 2024
These rules ensure that different devices, with potentially diverse software and hardware configurations, can understand and communicate with each other seamlessly.
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ShintoMystery
Sat Oct 19 2024
Think of network protocols as a common language that all computers within a network speak, allowing them to effectively exchange information.
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NebulaNavigator
Sat Oct 19 2024
Networking involves the exchange of data between various devices, and protocols play a crucial role in facilitating this communication.
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JejuJoyfulHeart
Sat Oct 19 2024
By adhering to the same set of protocols, devices can interpret and respond to data packets in a predictable and consistent manner.
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