The WebSocket protocol enables full-duplex interaction between a web browser (or other client application) and a web server with lower overhead than half-duplex alternatives such as HTTP …

Dec 15, 2025 · The WebSocket API makes it possible to open a two-way interactive communication session between the user's browser and a server. With this API, you can send messages to a server …

Aug 8, 2025 · Unlike HTTP’s request-response model, WebSockets allow real-time data exchange without repeated requests. Once established, the connection stays open until explicitly closed by …

Apr 30, 2025 · WebSockets are the backbone of modern realtime applications. But what are WebSockets, how do they work, and are they right for your application at scale? In this guide we’ll …

Aug 31, 2025 · The WebSocket API is an advanced technology that enables persistent, bidirectional, full-duplex communication channels between web clients and servers. Unlike traditional HTTP …

May 12, 2025 · What Are WebSockets? WebSockets provide a persistent, bidirectional communication channel between client and server over a single TCP connection. Unlike traditional HTTP's request …

Aug 12, 2025 · To obtain a WebSocket connection, given a url, run these steps: Let host be url ’s host. Let port be url ’s port. Let resource name be U+002F (/), followed by the strings in url ’s path …

Jan 5, 2026 · This guide explains how WebSockets work under the hood, from the initial connection to ongoing message exchange, and when you should choose WebSockets over traditional HTTP.

After completing this tutorial, you will find yourself at a moderate level of expertise in understanding what makes Web Sockets different from the traditional HTTP request/response pattern.

What are WebSockets? WebSockets are a bi-directional, full duplex communications protocol initiated over HTTP. They are commonly used in modern web applications for streaming data and other …