The is a short introduction to the TCP/IP protocol.
The TCP/IP protocol is the foundation of all internet communication.
This is an overview of the technical specification and the application of TCP/IP.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- History of TCP/IP
- TCP/IP and the ISO 7-Layer Reference Model
- TCP/IP System Protocols
- TCP/IP Application Protocols
- The Future of TCP/IP
- Bibliography
Objectives and Key Themes
This text explores the history, development, and current state of the TCP/IP protocol stack, emphasizing its significance as the foundation of the Internet. It delves into the evolution of the network, from its origins in the Department of Defence to its global expansion. The text examines the key components and functionalities of the TCP/IP protocol stack, highlighting its role in enabling communication across diverse networks.
- The origins and development of the TCP/IP protocol stack
- The role of TCP/IP in the growth and evolution of the Internet
- The architecture and functionality of the TCP/IP protocol stack
- The importance of TCP/IP in enabling communication across diverse networks
- The future of TCP/IP and its potential for further development
Chapter Summaries
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the importance of communication in human society and highlights the role of computer networks, particularly the Internet, in facilitating communication. It emphasizes the significance of the TCP/IP protocol stack as the underlying mechanism enabling communication across the Internet.
- History of TCP/IP: This chapter delves into the origins of TCP/IP, tracing its development back to the Department of Defence's need for a decentralized network that could withstand nuclear attack. It outlines the evolution of the network from its initial implementation as the ARPANET to its subsequent expansion and adoption as the standard protocol for the Internet.
Keywords
The key keywords and focus topics of this text include: TCP/IP protocol stack, Internet, network communication, decentralized network, ARPANET, Internet Protocol (IP), Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), network protocols, communication protocols, global area network (GAN), local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), hosts, dynamic rerouting, computer communication, Operating System (OS), Network Control Protocol (NCP), DARPA Internet, Internet Domain Survey, Internet Software Consortium.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TCP/IP protocol stack?
The TCP/IP protocol stack is the fundamental set of communication protocols used to interconnect network devices on the internet and other computer networks.
What is the history of TCP/IP?
It originated from research by the US Department of Defense (DARPA) in the 1960s and 70s to create a decentralized network (ARPANET) that could survive partial failures.
How does TCP/IP compare to the ISO 7-Layer model?
While the ISO model has 7 layers, the TCP/IP model is typically described with 4 layers: Network Access, Internet, Transport, and Application.
What are the main functions of TCP and IP?
The Internet Protocol (IP) handles addressing and routing of packets, while the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) ensures reliable, ordered delivery of data.
What are common application protocols in the TCP/IP suite?
Common protocols include HTTP for web browsing, FTP for file transfers, SMTP for email, and DNS for domain name resolution.
- Quote paper
- Torsten Laser (Author), 2001, TCP/IP - The Internet Protocol Stack, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1774
