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protocol
- Definition
- An agreed-upon format for transmitting data between two devices. The term "protocol" is very generic and is used for hundreds of different communications methods. (Sources: Webopedia ; PC Mag Encyclopedia)
- French
- protocole
- Associated words and phrases also defined
- File Transfer Protocol
- HTTP
- Wireless Application Protocol
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