internet protocols

Network data transmission standards

Internet protocols are the standardized rules and formats that govern how data is transmitted across computer networks.

These technical specifications ensure that different devices and systems can communicate with each other regardless of their underlying hardware or software.

Common examples include TCP/IP (which handles basic data routing), HTTP (for web pages), and SMTP (for email).

The company's firewall blocks certain internet protocols for security reasons.

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