Is the connection state in MikroTik RouterOS the same as TCP state elsewhere?

In MikroTik RouterOS, the connection state does indeed correspond to the TCP state as understood in other systems. This means that the various states of a TCP connection, such as established, listening, closing, and others, are represented similarly within the MikroTik environment. This alignment allows users to have a consistent understanding of connection statuses, making it easier to manage and troubleshoot TCP connections.

MikroTik RouterOS uses the same fundamental concepts as the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), which facilitates the establishment and maintenance of a reliable communication link between devices over a network. By mirroring these states, MikroTik users can apply their knowledge of TCP states to effectively monitor, configure, and optimize their networks.

This uniformity helps when dealing with network performance issues or when configuring firewall rules and connection tracking features, as the underlying principles remain the same regardless of the software or hardware being used.