WebSocket
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WebSocket
WebSocket · N/A · WebSocket · WEB-sok-et · ws protocol · Internet · realtime · protocol · webInternetws protocol/WEB-sok-et/
Also known as: ws protocol
Last updated August 8, 2026
Definition
WebSocket is a protocol that keeps a persistent two-way connection between browser and server, enabling real-time updates without repeated HTTP polling.
Real-World Example
A collaborative document editor can push live cursor positions to other users over a WebSocket connection.
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