Network Protocols: The Unsung Heroes of Communication Think of networking protocols as the secret language that devices use to talk to each other on a network. They're essential for everything from browsing the web (DNS, TCP/IP, HTTPS) to sending emails (SMTP) and having real-time chats (WebSocket). Here's a quick rundown of some key protocols: DNS: Turns website names into computer addresses (IP addresses). TCP/IP: The power couple of the internet. TCP chops data into packets and ensures...