Data Communication: CIDR, Subnet Mask, and Application Protocols
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This document provides an overview of CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing) and subnet mask legality in data communication. It also discusses the application protocols used in electronic file transfer and email. The document covers the concepts, their binary representations, and their significance in networking. It explores the use of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) and SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) in the respective applications.