PCPP2 Network Programming Practice Question
Which TWO of the following methods are typically used on a TCP server 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.listen()
A TCP server uses bind() to assign the address and listen() to prepare for incoming connections.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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socket.listen()
Why this is correct
Required to transition the socket to passive mode.
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socket.sendall()
Why it's wrong here
Used for sending, not establishing listening state.
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socket.recvfrom()
Why it's wrong here
Used for UDP/connectionless.
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socket.bind()
Why this is correct
Required for assigning the listening address.
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socket.connect()
Why it's wrong here
Used by clients, not servers.
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