WebSocket is a computer communication protocol that enables real-time two-way communication between a client and a server over a single, persistent TCP connection. It allows for the creation of web applications with faster response times and lower latency than traditional HTTP requests.
WebSocket was standardized by the IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) in 2011 and is now widely supported by modern web browsers and servers.
WebSockets can be used for a variety of purposes, including real-time chat applications, online gaming, financial trading systems, and more. They provide full-duplex communication channels that allow data to be sent from both the client and server simultaneously, without having to rely on periodic polling or other workarounds. This makes WebSockets an efficient solution for applications that require frequent updates or large amounts of data to be transmitted in real-time.
