The (SCTP) has a simpler basic packet structure than. Each consists of two basic

sections:

1. The common header, which occupies the first 12 bytes. In the diagram to the

right, this header is highlighted in blue.

2. The data chunks, which form the remaining portion of the packet. In the

diagram, the first chunk is highlighted in green and the last of N chunks (Chunk

N) is highlighted in red. A chunk contains either control information or user data.