What is Network Management Protocols?

Network Management Protocols are sets of standards and procedures that enable network administrators to monitor, maintain, and control network devices and systems. These protocols facilitate tasks such as fault management, configuration management, performance monitoring, security management, and accounting management. Commonly used protocols include SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), used for monitoring devices; NetFlow/IPFIX, used for network traffic analysis; and specialized protocols for managing specific device types or network functions.