Unit 14: Communication and internet tech Flashcards

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A set of rules governing communication across a network: the rules are agreed by both sender and recipient.

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Protocol

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HTTP

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Hypertext transfer protocol.

Front

A message/data is split up into smaller groups of bits for transmission over a network.

Back

Packet

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A unit of data (packet) associated with the transport layer protocols.

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Segment (transport layer)

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FTP

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File transfer protocol.

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Simple mail transfer protocol.

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SMTP

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Push protocol

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Protocol used when sending emails, in which the client opens the connection to the server and keeps the connection active all the time, then uploads new emails to the server.

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A file that does not contain text only. The file is machine-readable but not human-readable.

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Binary file

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MIME

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Multi-purpose internet mail extension. A protocol that allows email attachments containing media files as well as text to be sent.

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POP

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Post office protocol.