Understanding How TCP/IP Works: A Beginner’s Guide

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The TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) is the backbone of the internet and most modern networks. It ensures that data is transmitted reliably and efficiently between devices, whether you’re sending an email, streaming a video, or browsing a website. In this blog, we’ll break down how TCP/IP works, its layers, and how data moves across … Read more

Where is all this port udp port 443 traffic coming from? Understanding QUIC.

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QUIC operates atop UDP, integrating TCP and TLS (Transport Layer Security) features to offer a streamlined, encrypted, and low-latency connection. Unlike TCP, QUIC doesn’t require a handshake process before data transfer begins. By combining encryption and connection setup, QUIC significantly reduces latency, benefiting both web browsing and application performance. Key Advantages of QUIC https://peering.google.com/#/learn-more/quic Implications … Read more

What is a networking packet?

As we use the internet to send and receive data, it is crucial to understand the underlying mechanics that allow this to happen. One of the most fundamental components of this process is the packet. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at packets, how they are used on the internet, and why … Read more

China proposes replacement to TCP/IP

China’s “New IP” proposal to replace TCP/IP has a built in “shut up command” for censorship   The Chinese government and the Chinese telecommunications companies such as Huawei under its control are proposing a “New IP” addressing system for the internet to replace TCP/IP. The New IP system includes top-down checks and balances and such … Read more