What is a port number?

A port number is a way to identify a specific process to which an internet or other network message is to be forwarded when it arrives at a server. All network-connected devices come equipped with standardized ports that have an assigned number. These numbers are reserved for certain protocols and their associated function.

What is a seaport?

A seaport is a port located on the shore of a sea or ocean. It is further categorized as commercial and non-commercial: Commercial ones includes "cruise ports" and "cargo ports".

What is Geth & how does it work?

What is Geth? Geth (which stands for Go Ethereum) is a command-line interface used to run an Ethereum node implemented in Go language, allowing developers to mine ether – the platform’s native cryptocurrency, validate ether transactions and execute smart contracts on the Ethereum network.

What transport protocols use port numbers?

The most common transport protocols that use port numbers are the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and the User Datagram Protocol (UDP); those port numbers are 16-bit unsigned numbers . A port number is always associated with a network address of a host, such as an IP address, and the type of transport protocol used for communication.