SMB over TCP
SMB over TCP is a network protocol that enables the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol to operate directly over TCP/IP, without requiring NetBIOS. It allows file sharing, printer access, and inter-process communication between devices on a network, commonly used in Windows environments for network file systems. This implementation improves performance and security by eliminating the overhead of NetBIOS and supporting modern networking features.
Developers should learn SMB over TCP when building or maintaining applications that require network file sharing, especially in Windows-based or mixed-OS environments, such as enterprise software, cloud storage solutions, or networked applications. It is essential for implementing secure and efficient file transfer protocols, debugging network issues in SMB-based systems, and integrating with services like Active Directory or network-attached storage (NAS).