Packets

Definition

Packets are small units of data that are sent over a network. They contain both the data being transmitted and information about where the data should be delivered.

Related terms

Protocol: A set of rules that governs how packets are formatted, transmitted, and received in a network.

IP Address:

A unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a network, used for identifying and delivering packets.

Packet Loss: The failure or loss of one or more packets during transmission due to network congestion or errors.