Protocol Converters Protocol refers to the rules of communication. These are a standard set of instructions and procedures to help computers communicate with each other. Different networks and computers use different protocols. Protocol converters are used to convert data from one protocol to another so that the data can be understood by other machines. Often they are hardware with the conversion instructions hard-wired onto it, but sometimes they are simply software.
Protocols are an essential part of connectivity.
Without protocol conversion, collections of networks such as the Internet would not be possible. This is the role of protocol converters. In order for hardware to work properly, software that includes the instructions on its use must be included. In communication, this includes protocols and terminal emulation software. Many of these software packages come with the newer operating systems like Windows 95.