18.2.1 - What is a Socket?
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What is a socket?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a connection point.
List the two types of sockets.
💡 Hint: Consider reliable vs. fast communication.
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What defines a socket?
💡 Hint: Remember the two essential components that create a socket.
True or False: UDP provides guaranteed data delivery.
💡 Hint: Think about the reliability of TCP compared to UDP.
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Design a simple chat application architecture that uses both TCP and UDP. Explain when you would choose each protocol in your application.
💡 Hint: Think about the requirements for real-time interactions and data integrity.
Illustrate an attack scenario where sockets can be exploited. What precautions can you take to mitigate these risks?
💡 Hint: Consider how securing endpoints and monitoring requests can enhance security.
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