Tag: ICMP

What are network protocols?

Without network protocols, different devices and servers could not communicate with each other, and the internet just wouldn’t work. But what are network protocols exactly? Learn about what they are, how they work, and how network communication protocols differ from network security protocols and network management protocols. Contents Network protocol definition Types of network protocols…
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December 20, 2023 0

What is the ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)?

The ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is a protocol used by devices to diagnose network communication problems. Network administrators commonly use it to determine whether networks work properly, but it can also be abused by hackers to launch DDoS attacks. Contents What is the ICMP protocol? ICMP vs. TCP What is the function of the…
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November 8, 2023 0