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A protocol that lets a device discover its public IP address and port when behind a NAT.
Examples
The chef's new dish stunned diners with its bold flavors.
Network engineers monitor STUN traffic for latency issues.
Heavy rain can stun crops, halting their growth temporarily.
Mobile games often rely on STUN to enable peer-to-peer matchmaking.
Developers configure STUN on port 3478 for UDP traffic.
Similar words
incapacitate
dumbfound
immobilize
network discovery protocol
astound
UDP traversal
STUN protocol
daze
astonish
flabbergast
Meanings
Examples
The STUN server tells the client its public IP address.
When behind a firewall, the app uses STUN to discover its external port.
Developers configure STUN on port 3478 for UDP traffic.
A faulty STUN response can break a video call.
Mobile games often rely on STUN to enable peer-to-peer matchmaking.
Network engineers monitor STUN traffic for latency issues.
The new protocol replaces STUN with a more secure alternative.
Similar words
STUN protocol
NAT traversal protocol
ICE
TURN
session traversal utility
UDP traversal
network discovery protocol
Examples
The flash bomb can stun an intruder for several seconds.
Police used a taser to stun the suspect during the arrest.
A sudden blow to the head may stun a runner, causing a fall.
The loud explosion stunned the crowd, leaving many dazed.
She tried to stun the horse with a sharp noise before it bolted.
The anesthetic will stun the patient briefly before surgery.
Heavy rain can stun crops, halting their growth temporarily.
Similar words
disable
paralyze
knock out
render unconscious
daze
immobilize
incapacitate
Examples
The magician's trick never fails to stun the audience.
When she announced the promotion, it stunned everyone in the room.
The unexpected news stunned the investors, causing a market dip.
His sudden resignation stunned the entire staff.
The fireworks display stunned the city with its brilliance.
A quiet whisper can stun a child, making them pause.
The revelation stunned the jury, shifting the trial's direction.
Similar words
astonish
amaze
astound
flabbergast
startle
stagger
bewilder
Examples
The news of the discovery stunned the scientific community.
His performance stunned the judges, earning a perfect score.
The ancient artifact stunned archaeologists with its intricate design.
When the lights went out, the sudden darkness stunned the crowd.
The chef's new dish stunned diners with its bold flavors.
The unexpected victory stunned the underdogs, who celebrated wildly.
Her sudden appearance stunned him, leaving him speechless.
Similar words
wow
dumbfound
flabbergast
astonish
amaze
stun
boggle
FAQ
What does STUN stand for?
STUN stands for Session Traversal Utilities for NAT.
What is the STUN protocol used for?
It lets a device discover its public IP address and port when behind a NAT or firewall.
How does STUN help a device behind a NAT?
It contacts a STUN server to learn the external IP address and port assigned by the NAT.
Is STUN the same as TURN?
Both are NAT traversal protocols, but TURN also relays traffic while STUN only discovers addresses.
What does it mean to stun someone?
It means to make them unable to act, causing disorientation or unconsciousness (incapacitate).
In what context would you stun a person?
Often described in self-defense or when referring to a knockout effect.
What does it mean to stun someone with surprise?
It means to cause a strong feeling of amazement or shock (astonish).
Can stun be used to describe astonishment?
Yes, it can mean to cause astonishment, shock, or disbelief.
What is the difference between the verb senses of stun?
One sense refers to incapacitating a person, while the other refers to shocking or astonishing them.
Are there any other names for the STUN protocol?
It is also called the STUN protocol, NAT traversal protocol, ICE, TURN, session traversal utility, UDP traversal, or network discovery protocol.
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