Communication Protocols in the Digital Age: From HTTP to MQTT
Communication Protocols in the Digital Age: From HTTP to MQTT Across the digital world, different protocols suit different jobs. HTTP powers the web and APIs; MQTT keeps many small devices talking with low bandwidth and steady reliability. The choice matters for speed, energy use, and security. HTTP, HTTPS, and REST are designed for request–response interactions between clients and servers. They work well when users fetch pages or data, and when responses can be cached. But they can be heavy for devices with limited power or unstable networks. ...