N ow you will be selecting the softare protocols that will be used to communicate with other systems.
Protocols are the languages used by computers to talk across the network.
But, other protocols may also be used depending on the type of computer and local network used in your unit. With the selection of the appropriate NIC card, the system will automatically indicate several software protocols to be installed. You may not want or need some of the new protocols indicated in the list. Check with your local system administrator. They can be removed.