Port 17 is used for the QOTD (Quote of the Day) protocol. It is used to fetch a quote or message from a server, typically for entertainment or educational purposes.
Ports those registered with IANA are shown as official ports. The same port number may be unofficialy used by various services or applications. The official usage are listed separately below its usage may change from time to time.
Official
Port |
Protocol (TCP/UDP) |
Title |
Description |
Port Type |
Port 17 |
tcp |
qotd |
Quote of the |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
Port 17 |
udp |
qotd |
Quote of the |
WELL KNOWN PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |