Getting to Know setsockopt: Control Socket Behavior with Ease
Understanding the setsockopt Function
In the realm of computer networking, the setsockopt function empowers developers with the ability to exert control over the behavior of sockets.
Compatibility and Documentation
The programming interface of setsockopt adheres to the BSD sockets standard. For comprehensive information on sockets, refer to the socket7 documentation.
Functioning of setsockopt
setsockopt sets the specified option, denoted by the option_name parameter, at the specified protocol level as defined by the level argument.
Recognized Options
The following options are accepted by setsockopt at the socket level:
- SO_REUSEADDR
- SO_KEEPALIVE
- SO_BROADCAST
- SO_DEBUG
- SO_LINGER
Protocol-Specific Options
For options that are protocol-specific, consult the respective protocol manual pages.
Additional Resources
- Debian Manpages: setsockopt
- Wireshark Network Protocol Analyzer
- Debian Manpages: bpf
- Debian Manpages: connect
- Debian Manpages: getsockopt
- Debian Manpages: pcap
- Debian Manpages: address_families
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