1. The Internet
The Internet is a network of networks that are interconnected physically and capable of communicating and sharing data with each other. ... A router looks at where your data is going and decides where to send it next. ... "The Internet Protocol (IP) takes care of addressing, or making sure the routers know what to do with your data when it arrives." ... TCP breaks up the packets and numbers each piece so receipt can be verified and the data can be put back in the proper order. ... TCP software packages collect the envelopes, extract the data, and put it in the proper order. ...
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- Approx Pages: 10
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- Grade Level: High School