text-based protocol

Communications protocol whose content representation is in human-readable format

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Also known as plain text protocol

Subclass of: communication protocol

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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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Opposite of: binary protocol
Uses: plain text

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