What is the internet protocol and how does it work?

[Bhumika Pangeni]

What is the Internet protocol, and how does it work? Can anyone understandably explain this fundamental?

 

[jamerober]

The internet protocol (IP) is a set of rules governing how data packets are addressed and routed across networks. It functions like a digital postal service: each device has a unique IP address, ensuring data reaches the correct destination without being lost or misdirected during transmission.

 

[Jessica]

The Internet Protocol (IP) is a set of rules governing how data "packets" are addressed and routed across networks. Every device has a unique IP address; the protocol ensures data finds the correct destination,