Internet Protocol
[ˈɪntərnɛt ˈproʊtəkɔl]
nounpl: Internet Protocols
Protocolo de Internet
1. A set of rules governing the format of data sent via the internet or other networks, responsible for routing and logical addressing of data packets across networks
Internet Protocol is the fundamental technology that enables computers to communicate over the internet.
O Protocolo de Internet é a tecnologia fundamental que permite que computadores se comuniquem pela internet.
2. The standard protocol in the Internet layer of the Internet Protocol Suite, commonly referred to as TCP/IP
Every device connected to the internet must use Internet Protocol to send and receive data.
Cada dispositivo conectado à internet deve usar o Protocolo de Internet para enviar e receber dados.
Internet Protocol is a universal technical term used identically in both Brazilian and American contexts. In Brazil, it is typically abbreviated as 'IP' in technical conversations, following international convention. The term is essential in IT education and professional settings across both countries and is rarely translated in practical usage, with 'IP' being the de facto standard abbreviation in both English and Portuguese-speaking tech communities.
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