The data as a whole is broken down into smaller parts before it is sent across the internet. Transmission is more efficient by sending these smaller blocks of information and verifying that they each arrive. It takes less time to re-send one small block of information that didn't show up or got mixed up in route than re-sending the entire set of data Going out on a limb here - but - if you think about someone transcribing information. The process is similar to listening to small pieces of information - verifying to yourself that it is accurate - entering the data - rewinding when necessary - ending up with an exact copy somewhere else. Packets on the internet contain:
Question: Why doesn't it just send the whole thing at once?
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