# QUIC is more than a replacement for TCP

**Switching Demand Score:** 45/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | QUIC is more than a replacement for TCP |
| Switching from | TCP |
| Category | Other software |
| Thread type | Story |
| Points | 12 |
| Comments | 5 |
| Posted | 2026-06-22 |
| Linked site | https://kerkour.com/quic-tcp |

## Why this score
- Names the product being replaced (TCP).
- Active discussion.

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