18 Questions
What is the main purpose of SSL in network communication?
Ensuring data integrity
Which technology has superseded SSL, offering better encryption and more security features?
Transport Layer Security (TLS)
How does WebSockets differ from regular HTTP connections?
It establishes a persistent connection for real-time communication
What type of encryption protocols can sockets be used with to provide secure communication over a network?
SSL/TLS
Which module in Python is used to create a WebSocket server?
websockets
What is one of the main challenges in socket programming according to the text?
Error handling
In the context of sockets, what does TCP stand for?
Transmission Control Protocol
Which type of protocol is UDP in the context of sockets?
Connectionless and unreliable
In what way do WebSockets enable communication between a client and server?
Through bidirectional, real-time interaction without explicit requests
How do sockets contribute to the scalability of applications?
By allowing handling of multiple connections simultaneously
What feature of sockets makes them suitable for applications requiring high-speed data transfer?
Using low-level network protocols
Which transport protocol is known for being connectionless and unreliable in the context of sockets?
UDP
What is the purpose of binding the socket in socket programming?
To specify the IP address and port number
Why do server sockets enter a listening state in socket programming?
To wait for incoming connections from client sockets
What role does the 'Accepting connections' step play in socket programming?
To create a new socket object for handling a client connection
How do sockets enable devices to communicate over a network?
By offering a reliable, flexible, and efficient communication method
What is one key advantage of using sockets in network programming?
Providing a reliable and efficient means of inter-device communication
In network programming, why is it important to close the sockets after communication is complete?
To release the resources used by the connection
Learn about creating SSL sockets in Python using the ssl and socket modules, as well as the concept of WebSockets for bidirectional communication between a client and a server. Understand how SSL ensures data integrity and how it has been replaced by TLS for improved security features.
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