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Glossary Term User Datagram Protocol (UDP)

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What is User Datagram Protocol (UDP)?

UDP (User Datagram Protocol) is a connectionless transport protocol with minimal overhead for time-sensitive transmissions, without guaranteed delivery.

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Understanding User Datagram Protocol (UDP)

User Datagram Protocol (UDP) is a communications protocol used for time-sensitive transmissions. It provides a connectionless transmission model with minimal overhead but no guarantee of delivery.

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