REVIEW BREAK: Protocol Overview and Comparison
As you've seen in this chapter, a number of protocols are used in modern networks, and TCP/IP is by far the most widely implemented of them. Each network protocol has unique characteristics some good and some not so good. Table 5.2 compares the characteristics of the major protocols.
| Protocol | Network OperatingSystem | Routable? | Configuration | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TCP/IP | Used by default with Unix, Linux, NetWare, and Windows systems; supported by Macintosh and just about every other computing platform available | Yes | Comparatively difficult to configure; has a number of different configuration requirements. | Used on many networks of all shapes and sizes; is the protocol of the Internet ... |
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