Network Port Reference

Complete list of common TCP/UDP ports, protocols, and services

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Port Numbers FAQ

What is a network port?

A network port is a virtual communication endpoint. Port numbers range from 0 to 65535 and help identify specific processes or network services on a device.

What are well-known ports?

Ports 0-1023 are well-known ports assigned by IANA to common services like HTTP (80), HTTPS (443), FTP (21), SSH (22), and DNS (53).

TCP vs UDP?

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) provides reliable, ordered delivery. UDP (User Datagram Protocol) is faster but unreliable. HTTP uses TCP; DNS uses both; streaming often uses UDP.

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