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# [What is WebRTC?](https://webdevanas.hashnode.dev/what-is-webrtc?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

It is a free, open-source project providing web browsers and mobile applications with real-time communication (RTC) via simple (API)

Jun 18, 2021 · 2 min read · webdevanas.hashnode.dev  
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[Maria](https://hashnode.com/@MariaJanes)

[Jun 30, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/what-is-webrtc/60cc2ea737952431a170fca6/comment/60dc309f7ad49f6471acd7d2)

Thanks for a detailed description of what is WebRTC. Do you know what is the [difference between WebRTC vs WebSocket](https://requestum.com/webrtc-vs-websockets)?