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TCP

Protocol for reliable data transmission over IP networks.

TCP/IP protocol

Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) is a fundamental protocol in the Internet protocol suite. It provides reliable, ordered, and error-checked delivery of data between applications over an IP network. TCP establishes connections, ensures data integrity through acknowledgments and retransmissions, and manages flow control to prevent overwhelming receiving systems.

Pronunciation

/ˌtiː.siːˈpiː/

Etymology

An abbreviation of Transmission Control Program, it was later renamed to Transmission Control Protocol.

Explain Like I’m 5

TCP is like a reliable postal service for computers, making sure your data arrives complete and in the right order.

Fun Facts

TCP was developed by Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn
It's a core part of the internet, enabling web browsing and email
TCP uses acknowledgements to confirm data delivery

FAQ

What is TCP? It's a protocol that ensures reliable data transmission over networks
How does it work? TCP breaks down data into packets, numbers them, and reassembles them at the destination
Is TCP connectionless? No, it's a connection-oriented protocol

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

TCP Transmission Control Protocol

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Internet protocol suite transport layer

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Internet IP network

Indexes

network protocol

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