May 15, 2003

do protocol

vi.

[from network protocol programming] To perform an interaction with somebody or something that follows a clearly defined procedure. For example, Let's do protocol with the check at a restaurant means to ask for the check, calculate the tip and everybody's share, collect money from everybody, generate change as necessary, and pay the bill. See protocol.

Posted by Jargon File at May 15, 2003 10:50 AM

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