Protocol refers to:
* A set of rules or procedures that govern the behavior of a system or network. This can apply to various contexts, like:
* Computer networks: How computers communicate with each other.
* Diplomacy: Formal procedures for conducting diplomatic relations.
* Science: Standard methods for conducting experiments and recording data.
* Formal etiquette and customs followed in specific social situations.
Examples:
* The internet protocol (IP) defines how data is transmitted across the internet.
* Diplomatic protocol dictates how ambassadors and other diplomats should behave.
* Scientific protocol ensures that research is conducted in a reliable and reproducible way.
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