Windows Networking Protocols
This section provides comprehensive documentation on the networking protocols supported and implemented by Microsoft Windows operating systems. Understanding these protocols is crucial for network administrators, developers, and anyone involved in network configuration and troubleshooting.
Core Networking Protocols
Explore the fundamental protocols that enable communication across networks.
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
A connection-oriented, reliable protocol that ensures data integrity and ordered delivery.
User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
A connectionless, unreliable protocol offering faster data transfer, suitable for applications where speed is critical.
Internet Protocol (IP)
The primary protocol for addressing and routing packets of data across networks, supporting both IPv4 and IPv6.
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP/S)
The foundation of data communication for the World Wide Web, used for transferring web pages and other resources.
Commonly Used Protocols
Protocols frequently employed for various network services and applications.
Domain Name System (DNS)
Translates human-readable domain names into machine-readable IP addresses.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Assigns IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to devices automatically.
Server Message Block (SMB)
A network file sharing protocol used for accessing files, printers, and other resources across a network.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
A standard network protocol used for transferring computer files between a client and server on a computer network.
Secure Shell (SSH)
A cryptographic network protocol for operating network services securely over an unsecured network.
Advanced Networking Protocols
Explore protocols used for more specialized network functions and management.
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
The routing protocol of the Internet. It exchanges routing and reachability information among autonomous systems.
Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Tagging
IEEE 802.1Q standard for creating virtual LANs on Ethernet networks.
Transport Layer Security (TLS)
A cryptographic protocol designed to provide communications security over a computer network.