16 Examples of Internet Protocols

Internet protocol (IP) is a specific network protocol that routes data across the Internet. It is responsible for addressing and routing data. TCP, UDP, HTTP, and FTP are a few examples of Internet protocols.

Examples of Internet Protocols

Here are the most common internet protocols:

1.    TCP/IP ((Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol)

TCP/IP is the most widely used internet protocol suite. It is made up of two main protocols: TCP and IP. TCP is responsible for ensuring that data is delivered reliably.

2.    FTP  (File Transfer Protocol)

FTP is a protocol used to transfer files between computers. It is used to upload and download files from FTP servers.

3.    SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

SMTP is the protocol used to send and receive email. Email clients use it to send email messages to email servers.

4.    PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol)

PPP is a protocol used to create a point-to-point connection between two devices. It is often used for dial-up internet connections.

5.    SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol)

SFTP is a secure version of FTP that uses SSH to encrypt data transfers.

6.    HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol)

HTTP is the protocol used to transfer hypertext documents, such as web pages. Web browsers use it to request and receive web pages from web servers.

7.    HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure)

HTTPS is a secure version of HTTP that uses TLS to encrypt data transfers.

8.    POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3)

POP3 is a protocol used to retrieve email messages from an email server. Email clients use it to download email messages from email servers.

9.    TELNET (Terminal Network)

TELNET is a protocol used to connect to a remote computer and interact with it as if you were sitting at the keyboard. It is often used for troubleshooting and system administration tasks.

10.  IPv4

IPv4 is the original version of the Internet Protocol. It uses 32-bit addresses to identify devices on the internet.

11.  ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)

ICMP is a protocol used to send control messages between devices on the internet. It is used for tasks such as ping, traceroute, and loopback testing.

12.  IPv6

IPv6 is the newer version of the Internet Protocol. It uses 128-bit addresses to identify devices on the internet.

13.  UDP (User Datagram Protocol)

UDP is a connectionless protocol that does not guarantee data delivery. It is used for applications that do not require a high degree of reliability, such as streaming media and video conferencing.

14.  IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol)

IMAP is a protocol used to access email messages on an email server. Email clients use it to manage email messages on email servers.

15.  SSH (Secure Shell)

SSH is a protocol used to create a secure connection between two devices. It is often used for remote login, file transfer, and port forwarding.

16.  Gopher

Gopher was an early internet protocol used to browse text documents and files. It is no longer widely used.

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