Advanced TCP Congestion Control in Go: A Comprehensive Guide

In the realm of network programming, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) stands out as a cornerstone for reliable data transmission over IP networks. One of the critical aspects of TCP is congestion control, which ensures fair and efficient use of network resources. This blog will delve into implementing advanced TCP congestion control mechanisms using Go, providing a comprehensive guide to enhance your networking applications.

Introduction to TCP Congestion Control

TCP congestion control is a set of algorithms and techniques used to manage network congestion, prevent packet loss, and ensure fair bandwidth allocation among multiple connections. Key components of congestion control include:

• Congestion Window (CWND): Controls the amount of data that can be sent before receiving an acknowledgment.
• Slow Start Threshold (SSTHRESH): Determines the transition point between slow start and congestion avoidance phases.
• Acknowledgments (ACKs): Confirm receipt of data and help adjust the congestion window.
• Retransmissions: Handle lost or corrupted packets.

main.go

package main

import (
	"fmt"
	"os"
	"tcp-congestion-control/client"…