Seven Layers in the OSI Model Explained

The OSI or Open Systems Interconnection Model defines a standard for the communication functions of a computer system.  There are 7 layers in the OSI model.

1.  Physical Layer  -  the lowest layer and is concerned with the transmission and reception of the unstructured bit stream over the physical medium
2.  Data Link Layer  -  provides the transfer of data frames from one node to another over the physical layer
3. Network Layer  -  controls operation of the subnet, determining which route the data should take based on network traffic
4.  Transport Layer  -  ensures that messages are delivered accurately, in sequence, without any duplication or data loss.
5.  Session Layer  -  allows sessions to be established between stations running the same process
6.  Presentation Layer  -  formats the data so it can be presented in the Application Layer.  The Presentation Layer is basically the network translator
7.  Application Layer  -  serves as the window for users and application processes to access the network services.

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