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In computer networking, the term upper layer protocol (ULP) refers to a more abstract protocol when performing encapsulation.
It contrasts with lower layer protocol which refers to a more specific protocol.
In the internet protocol suite, IP is the lower layer protocol for UDP and TCP; likewise UDP and TCP are two upper layer protocols for IP.
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