What does ICMP mean in networking?

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ICMP stands for internet control message protocol. This is used to help send messages between devices to indicate their availability or error conditions. These types of packets can be used as a diagnostic tools like ping and traceroute. ICMP can also be used for feedback for network communications. ICMP is considered a assistant protocol to manage and diagnose IP network and ensure data gets to the appropriate destination.

  • Last Updated Jan 15, 2026
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  • Answered By Barry Smith

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