Congestion

TCP Flow and Congestion Control

Distinguish TCP's receiver-driven flow control from its network-driven congestion control mechanisms.

Bandwidth vs Throughput: What is the Difference?

Bandwidth is the theoretical maximum data rate a link can carry, usually stated in bits per second, while throughput is the actual data rate achieved in practi…

What is Packet Loss?

Packet loss is the failure of one or more transmitted packets to reach their destination, caused by congestion, faulty hardware, signal interference, or a rout…

What is QoS (Quality of Service)?

QoS (Quality of Service) is a set of techniques that classify, prioritize, and manage network traffic so that latency-sensitive or business-critical applicatio…