Chapter . TCP/IP and IP Addressing
Computers Speaking the Same Language
The Internet protocols comprise the most popular, nonproprietary data-networking protocol suite in the world. The Internet protocols are communication protocols used by electronic devices to talk to each other. Initially, computers were the primary clients of IP protocols, but other types of electronic devices can connect to IP networks, including printers, cellular phones, and MP3 players. Today, even common devices such as vending machines, dishwashers, and cars are being connected to IP networks.
The two best-known Internet protocols are Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and Internet Protocol (IP). The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) developed the Internet ...
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