MCQ IN COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

COMPUTER NETWORKING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does Protocol mean?
A
Security
B
Rules
C
Orders
D
Services
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The most common meaning of protocol is “a system of rules that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in formal situations, ” as in these example sentences: The soldier’s actions constituted a breach of military protocol. They did not follow the proper diplomatic protocols.

Detailed explanation-2: -A protocol is a set of rules and guidelines for communicating data. Rules are defined for each step and process during communication between two or more computers. Networks have to follow these rules to successfully transmit data.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are three main types of network protocols. These include network management protocols, network communication protocols and network security protocols: Communication protocols include basic data communication tools like TCP/IP and HTTP.

Detailed explanation-4: -Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Internet Protocol (IP) User Datagram Protocol (UDP) Post office Protocol (POP)

Detailed explanation-5: -Protocols exist for several different applications. Examples include wired networking (e.g., Ethernet), wireless networking (e.g., 802.11ac), and Internet communication (e.g., IP). The Internet protocol suite, which is used for transmitting data over the Internet, contains dozens of protocols.

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