Question

What roles do various protocols play on the Internet?

Answer 1

Various protocols play different roles on the Internet:

1. HTTP/HTTPS: Used for accessing and transferring web pages.
2. FTP: Used for transferring files from one computer to another.
3. SMTP: Used for sending e-mails.
4. POP3/IMAP: Used for receiving and managing e-mails.
5. TCP/IP: Used for reliable transmission of data between computers over the Internet.