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What is a Protocol?

 A Protocol is a format for exchanging data. Protocols are settings for computers connected to the Internet. They determine the speed of data transfer and the way data is packaged. All computers connecting to the Internet must use the same protocol for them to communicate with each other.

 Types of Protocols

 TCP/IP stands for - Transfer connectivity protocol/Internet protocol

 FTP stands for - File Transfer Protocol

 HTTP stands for - Hypertext Transfer Protocol

SHTTP stands for - Secure Hypertext Transfer Protocol

 TELNET allows Remote access

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