COMPUTER NETWORKING

TRANSPORT LAYER

INTRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the complete range of TCP and UDP well-known ports?
A
0 to 255
B
0 to 1023
C
256-1023
D
256-1023
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ports 0 through 1023 are defined as well-known ports. Registered ports are from 1024 to 49151. The remainder of the ports from 49152 to 65535 can be used dynamically by applications.

Detailed explanation-2: -TCP Port 1023 may use a defined protocol to communicate depending on the application. A protocol is a set of formalized rules that explains how data is communicated over a network. Think of it as the language spoken between computers to help them communicate more efficiently.

Detailed explanation-3: -Port numbers 0-1023 are used for well-known ports. Port numbers 1024-65535 are available for the following user applications: Port numbers 1024-49151 are reserved for user server applications. Port numbers 49152-65535 are reserved for clients.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ports 0-1023 are called well-known port numbers and are reserved for specific TCP/IP applications.

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