Can someone explain what is meant by network protocol in simple terms? or What is meant by network pr

Protocols are like handshakes between devices. what is meant by network protocol is the agreed-upon way to say "hello," "got your message," or "error, try again."

TCP ensures data arrives intact, while UDP is like "yeet it and hope for the best" (used in streaming).

Try playing with Postman to see HTTP requests in action—super helpful!