Internet Protocols and Standards – Explained for Beginners
🔹 Introduction: The internet connects millions of devices globally. But have you ever wondered how these devices understand each other? The answer lies in protocols and standards — they are the invisible rules that make communication possible. 🔹 What is a Protocol? A protocol is a set of rules that defines how data is transmitted, received, and processed between devices in a network. Just like humans use grammar to speak clearly, computers use protocols to communicate effectively. 🧠Example: When you open a website, your browser uses HTTP protocol to fetch the web page. 🔹 Why Do We Need Standards? Without common standards, one computer might speak "English" and another "Chinese" — they won’t understand each other. Standards ensure that all devices, regardless of brand or platform, follow the same communication rules. These are set by organizations like: IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) ISO (International Organization for Standardiz...