communication protocol

System for exchanging messages between computing systems

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Also known as computer protocol · protocol · computer communication protocol · computer communications protocol

Subclass of: technical standard
, interface standard

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A communication protocol is a system of rules that allows two or more entities of a communications system to transmit information. The protocol defines the rules, syntax, semantics, and synchronization of communication and possible error recovery methods. Protocols may be implemented by hardware, software, or a combination of both.

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Main Wikidata property: protocol
Properties for this type: port
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Used by: communication software
Members / parts: maximum transmission unit

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