Documentation on Web-Socket

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+# WebSocket Documentation
+
+## Overview
+
+WebSocket is a communication protocol that provides full-duplex communication channels over a single, long-lived connection. Unlike traditional request-response mechanisms like HTTP, WebSocket enables real-time bidirectional communication between clients and servers.
+
+## Table of Contents
+
+- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
+  - [Establishing a WebSocket Connection](#establishing-a-websocket-connection)
+  - [WebSocket URL](#websocket-url)
+- [Communication Protocol](#communication-protocol)
+  - [WebSocket Handshake](#websocket-handshake)
+  - [Data Frames](#data-frames)
+- [Security Considerations](#security-considerations)
+  - [Secure WebSocket (WSS)](#secure-websocket-wss)
+  - [Authentication](#authentication)
+- [Advanced Features](#advanced-features)
+  - [Subprotocols](#subprotocols)
+  - [Ping/Pong Frames](#pingpong-frames)
+- [Client and Server Implementations](#client-and-server-implementations)
+  - [JavaScript (Client)](#javascript-client)
+  - [Node.js (Server)](#nodejs-server)
+- [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting)
+  - [Common Issues](#common-issues)
+  - [Handling Errors](#handling-errors)
+
+## Getting Started
+
+### Establishing a WebSocket Connection
+
+To initiate a WebSocket connection, clients send a WebSocket handshake request, and servers respond with an acceptance or rejection. Once established, the connection remains open for further communication.
+
+```javascript
+// JavaScript example
+const socket = new WebSocket('ws://example.com/socket');
+```
+
+### WebSocket URL
+
+The WebSocket URL consists of the WebSocket scheme (`ws` or `wss` for secure), the host, and optional path. For example:
+- `ws://example.com/socket`
+- `wss://secure.example.com/chat`
+
+## Communication Protocol
+
+### WebSocket Handshake
+
+During the WebSocket handshake, the client sends an HTTP request, and the server responds with an HTTP 101 status code, indicating a successful upgrade to WebSocket.
+
+### Data Frames
+
+WebSocket communication occurs through data frames. Frames can be text, binary, or control frames for various purposes.
+
+```javascript
+// Sending a message
+socket.send('Hello, WebSocket!');
+
+// Handling incoming messages
+socket.onmessage = (event) => {
+  const message = event.data;
+  console.log('Received:', message);
+};
+```
+
+## Security Considerations
+
+### Secure WebSocket (WSS)
+
+For secure communication, use the `wss` scheme. This encrypts the data exchanged between the client and server.
+
+### Authentication
+
+Implement proper authentication mechanisms to secure your WebSocket connections. Authenticate users or devices based on your application's requirements.
+
+## Advanced Features
+
+### Subprotocols
+
+WebSocket allows the use of subprotocols to define a specific communication protocol between the client and server.
+
+### Ping/Pong Frames
+
+Ping and pong frames can be used to check the health of the WebSocket connection and detect potential issues.
+
+## Client and Server Implementations
+
+### JavaScript (Client)
+
+For JavaScript clients, use the native `WebSocket` API in web browsers.
+
+```javascript
+const socket = new WebSocket('ws://example.com/socket');
+```
+
+### Node.js (Server)
+
+In Node.js, use libraries like `ws` for WebSocket server implementation.
+
+```javascript
+const WebSocket = require('ws');
+const wss = new WebSocket.Server({ port: 8080 });
+
+wss.on('connection', (socket) => {
+  console.log('Client connected');
+});
+```
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Common Issues
+
+- Ensure correct WebSocket URL.
+- Check for proper server implementation.
+- Verify WebSocket handshake responses.
+
+### Handling Errors
+
+Handle errors gracefully by listening to the WebSocket `onerror` event.
+
+```javascript
+socket.onerror = (error) => {
+  console.error('WebSocket Error:', error);
+};
+```
+
+This documentation provides a basic understanding of WebSocket. Refer to the [WebSocket RFC](https://tools.ietf.org/html/rfc6455) for detailed specifications.
+```