Protocol: IP > Internet Protocol

In the context of technology and computer networking, “IP” stands for “Internet Protocol.” Internet Protocol is a set of rules and conventions used for routing and addressing data packets so that they can travel across networks, including the global internet. There are two main versions of IP: IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4) and IPv6 (Internet […]

Protocols

A protocol, in the context of computer science and networking, refers to a set of rules, conventions, and standards that govern how data is transmitted, received, and processed between devices and systems within a network or a computing environment. Protocols ensure that devices and software applications can communicate effectively, understand each other, and follow a […]

Protocol > Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS)

MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching) is a routing and switching technology used in computer networks, primarily in service provider networks and large enterprise networks. MPLS enhances network performance, scalability, and traffic engineering by introducing the concept of label switching. Instead of traditional IP routing, where routers make forwarding decisions based on destination IP addresses, MPLS routers […]