The Art of Doing - Python Network Applications with Sockets - A Brief Overview of Networking Concepts

This video tutorial introduces key networking concepts, including the structure of the Internet, types of networks (WANs and LANs), and the role of IP addresses. It explains the distinction between public and local IP addresses and how port numbers facilitate network communication. The tutorial also covers the differences between TCP and UDP protocols and introduces sockets for network programming in Python.

What is the purpose of a subnet mask in a network?

What are some common port numbers and their associated services?

Explain the difference between TCP and UDP protocols.

What is a socket in networking, and how is it used?