Internet TCP port 563 is primarily used for NNTP over SSL (Network News Transfer Protocol over Secure Sockets Layer). This protocol is used for the distribution, inquiry, retrieval, and posting of news articles using a reliable stream-based transmission of news on the internet. Examples of software that use this port include newsreader applications like Thunderbird and Outlook Express. It is also used by Usenet servers for secure, encrypted connections.
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