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TCP sockets
TCP Sockets A TCP socket is a communication channel that allows two or more computers to communicate with each other. It is a virtual port that sits on the...
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TCP Sockets A TCP socket is a communication channel that allows two or more computers to communicate with each other. It is a virtual port that sits on the...
TCP Sockets
A TCP socket is a communication channel that allows two or more computers to communicate with each other. It is a virtual port that sits on the user's computer and acts as a gateway between the user and the internet.
Imagine a TCP socket like a bridge connecting two towns. When you connect to a website, the TCP socket is opened, allowing data to flow seamlessly between your computer and the website's server.
Key Features of TCP Sockets:
End-to-end communication: TCP sockets allow data to be sent and received between two or more computers.
Port mapping: TCP sockets use a port number to identify the destination port on the remote computer.
Flow control: TCP sockets use flow control mechanisms to manage the flow of data and prevent overshooting or buffering.
Reliability: TCP sockets provide error detection and retransmission mechanisms to ensure that data is delivered correctly.
Examples of TCP Sockets:
When you open a web browser, a TCP socket is established between your computer and the website's server.
When you send an email, a TCP socket is used to establish a connection with the email server.
When you stream a video, a TCP socket is used to establish a connection with the video server