The OSI Model Flashcards
1
Q
What does OSI stand for?
A
Open Systems Interconnection
2
Q
What is the OSI Model?
A
The OSI Model is a conceptual framework used to understand and implement network communication in seven layers.
3
Q
What is Layer 1 of the OSI Model?
A
The Physical Layer.
4
Q
What does the Physical Layer (Layer 1) do?
A
It handles the transmission of raw bit streams over a physical medium, such as cables or radio waves.
5
Q
What is Layer 2 of the OSI Model?
A
The Data Link Layer.
6
Q
What is the purpose of the Data Link Layer (Layer 2)?
A
It ensures error-free transfer of data frames between two nodes and handles MAC addresses.
7
Q
What is Layer 3 of the OSI Model?
A
The Network Layer.
