6.

3 PROTOCOLS
Remember
1. Define the term `protocol'.
2. Explain what `TCP/IP' stands for and describe the main
features of this protocol.

Think
3. Discuss why there are so many different protocols.
Extend: why have Apple changed from the AppleTalk to TCP/IP
protocol?

Investigate
4. Find out what IEEE stands for. What are the main IEEE
standards for networking?
In IEEE 802.11, what do the letters at the end stand for (e.g.
IEEE 802.11g)?

Remember –

1- A protocol is a set of agreed rules that control and enable

communication between computers in a network.
2- TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet
Protocol. It was developed to connect computers across
the world to maintain connectivity in case of another world
war.

Think –
1. There are many different protocols because protocols
have different rules and agreements.

Investigate-
1. IEEE is the world’s largest professional association
advancing innovation and technological excellence for the
benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a
global community to innovate for a better tomorrow
through its highly cited publications, conferences,
technology standards, and professional and educational
activities.