PCPP2 Network Programming Practice Question
Which method should a developer use to retrieve the IP address and port of the remote peer connected to a TCP socket?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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socket.getpeername()
getpeername() returns the address of the remote endpoint connected to the socket.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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socket.recvfrom()
Why it's wrong here
recvfrom() returns addresses for UDP sockets, not typically TCP.
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socket.getpeername()
Why this is correct
getpeername() is the correct method for remote connection details.
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socket.getsockname()
Why it's wrong here
getsockname() returns the local address.
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socket.getfqdn()
Why it's wrong here
getfqdn() resolves names, not connection endpoints.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Python Institute exam blueprint
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