Transmits data in form of streams, ensuring ordered delivery.
Implements error detection and retransmission for lost or corrupted packets.
Connection-oriented, establishing a two-way communication channel.
Slightly slower due to additional processing requirements, yet well-suited for dependable data transfer in applications like web browsing and file transfers.
UDP:
Transmits data as individual messages without guaranteed order.
Lacks built-in error detection or retransmission, requiring application-level handling.
Connectionless, sending messages without establishing a connection.
Faster due to simplicity, suitable for real-time applications where speed is crucial (e.g., online gaming, streaming).