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Netstrings: A Self-Delimiting String Encoding Protocol

Netstrings are a self-delimiting encoding method for strings, specifying length upfront to ensure reliable network transmission. They enhance security by preventing buffer overflows, contrasting with older CRLF-based encodings.

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