TCP vs UDP - The Internet’s Odd Couple of Communication
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Title: TCP vs. UDP Explained – The Internet’s Odd Couple of Communication
Welcome to Technically U, the podcast where we take the confusion out of networking and make complex tech finally click.
Every day, the internet moves exabytes of data across the globe—and it all comes down to just two protocols that couldn’t be more different: TCP and UDP.
In this episode, we break down:
The key differences between TCP and UDP
How TCP guarantees delivery through handshakes, acknowledgments, and packet ordering
Why UDP is faster—but riskier—and perfect for streaming, gaming, and VoIP
Real-world use cases where each protocol shines
How developers design apps around TCP or UDP
Security implications and how hackers exploit UDP’s weaknesses
The role of QoS (Quality of Service) in balancing network traffic
The rise of QUIC and HTTP/3: merging reliability and speed
Whether you’re into cybersecurity, cloud networking, online gaming, or just curious, this episode will change how you see your internet connection.
🎧 Listen in and discover how two protocols designed in the 1980s still power everything from banking to YouTube.
🔗 Technically U – Tech made simple. One packet at a time.
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