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КыргызчаNetworking & Protocols
Connecting Systems Through Network Communication
Understanding Networking & Protocols
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OSI model?
The OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model is a conceptual framework that divides network communication into seven layers.
What is WebSocket and when should I use it?
WebSocket provides full-duplex communication over a single TCP connection, enabling real-time bidirectional data exchange.
Unlike HTTP's request-response model, WebSocket maintains a persistent connection. Use WebSocket for real-time applications like
Frequently asked questions
What is a socket?
A socket is an endpoint for communication between two machines over a network. It combines an IP address and port number.
How do sockets enable network programming?
Sockets enable network programming—creating servers that listen for connections and clients that connect to servers. Socket operations allow you to send and receive data over the network.
What role does programming play in network applications?
Programming is the foundation of network applications, allowing developers to build robust and efficient communication systems using networking protocols.
What is load balancing?
Load balancing distributes network traffic across multiple servers to prevent any single server from becoming overloaded. This improves performance and reliability.
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