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18. Network Programming

Network programming is pivotal for communication between applications across devices. The chapter delves into the foundational concepts, models, and protocols of network programming, illustrating practical implementation through Java, while offering insights into low-level socket programming and higher-level abstractions. Key aspects covered include TCP/UDP programming, multi-threading, and common errors in network applications.

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Sections

  • 18

    Network Programming

    Network programming facilitates communication between applications across devices on a network, focusing on socket programming in TCP and UDP.

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  • 18.0

    Introduction

    Network programming facilitates communication between software applications over networks, crucial for modern application development.

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  • 18.1

    Basics Of Computer Networks

    This section introduces the foundational elements of computer networks, including types, models, and protocols.

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  • 18.1.1

    What Is A Network?

    A network is a collection of interconnected devices that communicate to share data and resources.

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  • 18.1.2

    Types Of Networks

    This section introduces the main categories of computer networks, explaining their key features and differences.

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  • 18.1.3

    Network Models

    This section discusses the primary network models, specifically the OSI and TCP/IP models, which serve as frameworks for understanding how different networking protocols interact.

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  • 18.1.4

    Protocols

    Protocols are rules that define the communication methods between devices on a network, like TCP for reliable connections and UDP for faster communication.

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  • 18.2

    Socket Programming

    Socket programming involves creating a communication endpoint for networked applications, allowing data exchange between them.

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  • 18.2.1

    What Is A Socket?

    A socket is an endpoint of communication between two programs over a network, defined by an IP address and a port number.

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  • 18.2.2

    Java Socket Classes

    This section introduces the key Java socket classes used for network programming, focusing on the client and server TCP socket classes and the UDP socket classes.

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  • 18.3

    Tcp Programming In Java

    This section covers the fundamentals of TCP programming in Java, illustrating the implementation of both client and server applications.

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  • 18.3.1

    Tcp Server Example

    This section demonstrates how to create a simple TCP server using Java.

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  • 18.3.2

    Tcp Client Example

    This section presents a Java example of a TCP client that connects to a server, sends a greeting message, and displays the server's response.

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  • 18.4

    Udp Programming In Java

    This section details the implementation of User Datagram Protocol (UDP) programming in Java, including practical examples for a UDP server and client.

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  • 18.4.1

    Udp Server Example

    This section introduces a basic UDP server example implemented in Java, demonstrating how to receive data via UDP sockets.

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  • 18.4.2

    Udp Client Example

    This section introduces the UDP client example in Java, demonstrating how to send a message to a UDP server.

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  • 18.5

    Important Concepts In Network Programming

    This section covers essential concepts in network programming, focusing on ports, IP addressing, and DNS.

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  • 18.5.1

    Ports

    This section discusses the concept of ports in network programming, including their ranges and classifications.

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  • 18.5.2

    Ip Addressing

    This section introduces the two main types of IP addressing: IPv4, which is the most commonly used format, and IPv6, designed to accommodate the growing number of devices connected to the internet.

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  • 18.5.3

    Dns And Domain Names

    The Domain Name System (DNS) is essential for mapping domain names to IP addresses, facilitating user-friendly access to various online resources.

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  • 18.6

    Multi-Threaded Server Programming

    This section discusses the implementation of multi-threaded server programming to handle multiple clients simultaneously in a networked application.

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  • 18.7

    Protocol Design And Custom Application Layer

    This section discusses the design of custom application-level protocols using text or binary formats to communicate between clients and servers.

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  • 18.8

    Higher-Level Networking With Http Apis

    This section covers the use of HTTP APIs for high-level networking in programming, highlighting examples in both Java and Python.

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  • 18.9

    Common Network Programming Errors

    This section focuses on the common errors encountered in network programming, including issues related to ports, firewall restrictions, and data integrity.

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  • 18.10

    Tools For Testing And Debugging

    This section discusses essential tools for testing and debugging network applications, including packet analysis and API testing utilities.

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  • 18.11

    Modern Trends In Network Programming

    This section covers key modern trends in network programming, emphasizing technologies such as WebSockets, gRPC, and cloud messaging systems.

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  • 18.12

    Summary

    This section provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of network programming, including socket programming and higher-level HTTP APIs.

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References

Chapter_18_Netwo.pdf

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