PCPP2 Network Programming Practice Question
Why is the socket.socket() constructor typically called with socket.AF_INET and socket.SOCK_STREAM for a standard web server?
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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To provide a reliable, connection-oriented byte stream.
AF_INET defines IPv4 and SOCK_STREAM defines the TCP protocol, which are standard for HTTP.
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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To provide a reliable, connection-oriented byte stream.
Why this is correct
SOCK_STREAM is the identifier for the TCP protocol.
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To enable UDP broadcast.
Why it's wrong here
UDP uses SOCK_DGRAM.
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To reduce latency for real-time video.
Why it's wrong here
TCP is usually avoided for latency-critical real-time streams.
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To support raw IP packet injection.
Why it's wrong here
Raw packets use SOCK_RAW.
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