packet headers
[ˈpækɪt ˈhɛdərz]
nounpl: packet headers
cabeçalhos de pacote
1. The leading section of a data packet that contains metadata about the packet, including source and destination addresses, protocol information, and control flags
The router examines packet headers to determine where to forward the data.
O roteador examina os cabeçalhos de pacote para determinar para onde encaminhar os dados.
2. In networking, the portion of a packet that precedes the actual payload and contains essential routing and delivery information
Packet headers include information such as IP addresses, port numbers, and protocol types.
Os cabeçalhos de pacote incluem informações como endereços IP, números de porta e tipos de protocolo.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in networking, computer science, and IT professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA. The term is largely standardized across both countries due to the international nature of networking standards and protocols. It's commonly used in academic settings, professional documentation, and IT infrastructure discussions.
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