TCP And UDP

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP), crucial for data transmission across networks. The course begins with the basics of TCP, including port numbers and the process of establishing a connection via the TCP three-way handshake, detailed through practical Wireshark demonstrations. It also covers TCP’s reliability features like acknowledgments and retransmissions, and advanced topics such as window sizing and sequence numbers, crucial for optimizing data flow. Additionally, the chapter introduces UDP, highlighting its applications and simplicity compared to TCP. Practical insights into packet encapsulation and decapsulation enhance understanding of network operations. This comprehensive module equips students with the skills necessary to manage and troubleshoot TCP and UDP communications effectively.

  • 31 Lessons

    Total Lessons

  • 4 hour, 13 minutes

    Total Video duration

    • 10 Labs

      Lab Videos

    At the end of this course, you'll learn how to

    • Master the fundamentals of TCP and UDP, including their port numbers and operational mechanisms.
    • Execute the TCP 3-way handshake to establish and manage TCP connections.
    • Implement TCP reliability mechanisms, such as acknowledgements and retransmissions, for data integrity.
    • Analyze the performance-enhancing features of TCP, including window scaling and its role in optimizing data flow.
    • Analyze TCP and UDP headers using Wireshark to understand their structure and functionality.
    • Use Wireshark to monitor real-time TCP and UDP traffic, enhancing your protocol analysis and network troubleshooting skills.

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