Hello guys.
i was interested in knowing about the socket programming as i am interested in doing it. I know c programming and the basic of networking.
I was interested in knowing what exactly socket programming is and what will be the prerequests for it.
Thank you for your time and patience
Regards
Harbir

Hi -

Basically, "sockets" are a programming abstraction for "doing network stuff". There are other (both higher and lower level) programming interfaces for network communications, but sockets is arguably one of the most well-known and prevalent.

Probably the best single book on the subject is "Unix Network Programming", by W. Richard Stevens. I'd strongly urge you to get a copy - it's definitely a wise investment.

But first, you might want to experiment with a simple tutorial off the web. For example:

http://world.std.com/~jimf/papers/sockets/sockets.html

'Hope that helps .. PSM

Thank you Buddy.
I think this was the kind of ting i was looking for.
your time and patience is appreciated.