Glossary term
What is three-way handshake (TCP three-way handshake)?
three-way handshake stands for TCP three-way handshake.
The SYN, SYN-ACK, ACK exchange that opens a TCP connection and makes both sides agree on starting sequence numbers.
Learn it properly · Networking for DevelopersLesson 2: TCP and UDP: Connections, Reliability and CongestionThe three-way handshake, sequence numbers, retransmission, flow and congestion control, UDP, and when each is used. Captured with real packet tools.