SocketAPIs
SocketAPIs, also known as Sockets APIs or socket interfaces, are a programming interface that allows applications to communicate over a network. They provide a standardized way for programs to send and receive data between different computers or processes. The core concept of a socket is an endpoint for communication, uniquely identified by an IP address and a port number.
The most common implementation of SocketAPIs is the Berkeley Sockets API, which was developed at the University
SocketAPIs support different communication protocols, most notably TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) for reliable, connection-oriented communication and
Applications use SocketAPIs to implement a wide range of network functionalities, including web browsing, email clients,