Port 6000 is commonly used for X11, which is a protocol used for graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in Unix-based systems. It allows a user to run GUI applications on a remote server and display them on their local machine.
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 6000 |
tcp |
x11 |
X Window System |
REGISTERED PORT |
Port 6000 |
udp |
x11 |
X Window System |
REGISTERED PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |