RTP
RTP (Real-time Transport Protocol) is a network protocol designed for delivering audio and video over IP networks in real-time. It provides end-to-end delivery services for data with real-time characteristics, such as interactive audio and video, and is commonly used in streaming media, telephony, and video conferencing applications. RTP typically runs on top of UDP to minimize latency and does not guarantee delivery or order, relying on companion protocols like RTCP for quality monitoring.
Developers should learn RTP when building applications that require real-time multimedia streaming, such as VoIP systems, video conferencing tools, live broadcasting platforms, or online gaming with voice chat. It is essential for scenarios where low latency is critical, as it prioritizes timely delivery over reliability, making it unsuitable for non-real-time data but ideal for interactive media where delays degrade user experience.