TCP/IP protocols

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) is a set of rules that governs how data is sent and received over the internet. TCP ensures that data packets arrive intact and in the correct order, similar to a postal service ensuring your letters reach you without damage or missing pages. IP, on the other hand, addresses and routes these packets, ensuring they take the right path to their destination, like a mailing address guiding your letters to the right house. Together, TCP/IP enables devices to communicate reliably over networks, forming the backbone of the internet.