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A+ OSI Model
Term | Definition |
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Physical layer | Bits over a physical medium (wires, cables, etc.) |
Data link layer | How data moves in the physical link of a network (measured in frames). |
Network layer | Decides which path data will take (packets). |
Transport layer | Data transmitted using TCP and UDP. |
Session layer | Maintains the connection between communicating ports sending data. |
Presentation layer | Ensures data is in the correct format, and where encryption occurs. |
Application layer | Human-computer interaction layer just below the application itself, where applications can access network services. |
Mnemonic | Please Do Not Teach Stupid People Acronyms |