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Meaning of network protocol
Define the term network protocol.
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- 1 Mentions a set of rules.
- 2 Mentions communication or data transfer between devices/networks.
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A network protocol is a set of rules that allow devices or networks to communicate and transfer data.
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Says it is a list of instructions for users to follow.
The definition needs rules for device or network communication, not user instructions.