Network Protocols

HTTP

Basic web page transfer; client requests, server responds.

HTTPS

Secure HTTP; encrypts data for safe communication.

FTP

File transfer protocol; used to upload/download files.

SMTP

Email sending protocol; relays emails across networks.

DNS

Translates domain names to IP addresses.

DHCP

Automatically assigns IP addresses to devices.

SSH

Secure remote access; encrypts remote connections.

TCPIP

Foundational internet protocol; ensures reliable data transmission.

POP3

Downloads emails to a single device; removes from server.

IMAP

Syncs emails across devices; keeps emails on the server.

UDP

Fast, connectionless data transmission; no guaranteed delivery.

ARP

Maps IP addresses to MAC addresses on a local network.

Telnet

Insecure remote access; transmits data in plain text.

SNMP

Manages and monitors network devices.

ICMP

Sends error messages and operational info about network communication.

NTP

Synchronizes clocks of devices over a network.

RIP

Routing Information Protocol: Distance-vector protocol