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Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model

The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model is a framework used to understand how different networking systems communicate. It divides this process into seven layers, each with a specific role: Physical (hardware), Data Link (error detection), Network (routing), Transport (data coherence), Session (connection management), Presentation (data formatting), and Application (user interface). This model helps developers and engineers ensure that different technologies can work together, making it easier to design and troubleshoot networks by providing a clear structure for where problems might occur.

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    The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model is a framework that standardizes how different computer systems communicate over a network. It divides this communication into seven layers, each with specific functions: 1. Physical (hardware connections) 2. Data Link (data transfer between devices) 3. Network (routing data) 4. Transport (reliable data delivery) 5. Session (managing connections) 6. Presentation (data formatting) 7. Application (user interfaces). This layered approach helps ensure devices from different manufacturers can work together smoothly, facilitating effective networking and communication protocols.