Question

What is protocol in computer terminology.?

Answer 1

Protocol, in computer science, a set of rules or procedures for transmitting data between electronic devices, such as computers. In order for computers to exchange information, there must be a preexisting agreement as to how the information will be structured and how each side will send and receive it.

Answer 2

In computer terminology, protocols are a set of basic rules which should be followed for data communication in a network.

◆ EXAMPLE ◆
● FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
● SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
● TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol)
● HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol)