Protocol testing is a branch of software testing which deals with the testing of programs (protocols) used in networking and telecom devices.

When a protocol is accepted, a software program is developed which obeys these RULES and work as mentioned in the standard. This software program is then integrated with other programs to form operating system (of routers/switches/firewall etc) . VERIFICATION of the rules mentioned in standard, packet structure, functionalities, performance , use CASES etc of this software program is called as protocol testing

This is like a Manager validating if the assistant has drafted the letter in a proper format and with correct grammar and approves or rejects the communication.

Protocol testing is also KNOWN as DATACOM testing or L2 L3 communication protocol testing.

Protocol testing is a branch of software testing which deals with the testing of programs (protocols) used in networking and telecom devices.

When a protocol is accepted, a software program is developed which obeys these rules and work as mentioned in the standard. This software program is then integrated with other programs to form operating system (of routers/switches/firewall etc) . Verification of the rules mentioned in standard, packet structure, functionalities, performance , use cases etc of this software program is called as protocol testing

This is like a Manager validating if the assistant has drafted the letter in a proper format and with correct grammar and approves or rejects the communication.

Protocol testing is also known as datacom testing or L2 L3 communication protocol testing.