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Multipath TCP

Transport Layer — Other

Protocol Overview

Full Name Multipath TCP
Abbreviation MPTCP
OSI Layer Transport Layer
Category Other
RFC RFC 8684

About MPTCP

Extension to TCP allowing a single connection to use multiple network paths simultaneously. Improves throughput, reliability, and enables seamless handoff between Wi-Fi and cellular on mobile devices.

Transport Layer Other

Standards Reference

MPTCP is defined in RFC 8684, published by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). RFCs are the official standards documents for internet protocols and are freely available for public review.

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