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Physical Layer (Layer-1) of OSI Model
The Physical Layer is the lowest layer of the OSI Model. It provides the resources to transport the bits that comprise a data link layer frame across the network media. This layer accepts a complete frame from the data link layer and encodes it as a series of signals transmitted to the local press, as shown...
Comparison between TCP/IP and OSI Model
Comparison between TCP/IP and OSI models is critical because protocols that make up the TCP IP protocol suite can also be described in terms of the OSI reference model. The network access layer and application layer of the TCP IP models are further divided, and the OSI model describes discrete functions that must occur at...
A Guide to the TCP/IP Model and Protocol Suit
In 1970, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) began working to create an open standard network model known as the TCP/IP Model. Subsequently, by 1985, the TCP/IP model started gaining more importance and support from vendors, ultimately replacing the OSI model. The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) maintains the TCP/IP model and related protocols. The TCP/IP model was on the...
Understanding Data Encapsulation and Decapsulation in OSI Layers: A Comprehensive Guide With Simulator Updated 2025
Data encapsulation and de-encapsulation are crucial for transmitting information across computer networks. Encapsulation involves wrapping data in a specific format before sending it over the network, ensuring it can traverse various communication mediums and reach its destination intact. On the other hand, de-encapsulation is the process of unwrapping and extracting the original data at the...
OSI Model, including its 7 Layer Introduction
As the importance of computers grows, vendors recognize the need for networking with them. They produced a variety of protocols whose specifications were not made public. Hence, each vendor had different ways of networking computers, and these ways were not compatible with each other. This means that the computers of one vendor could not be...
Networking Essentials: Spotlight on the 6 Types of Network
We can characterize 6 types of networks with the size of the area covered, the number of users connected, the number and types of services available, and the area of responsibility. The most important and famous kinds of networks are: Local Area Network (LAN) It is the first and most important part of networks. It...
What is a Network? – Exclusive Definitions
Before starting Cisco Internetworking, the network introduction is important for the networking student to be aware of “what a network is” and “what network is importance themselves”. So, first of all, what is a network? In simple words, It is a collection of interconnected devices (such as computers, printers, etc.) in such a way that they...
Comparing Switch and Router: A Comprehensive Guide
The Switch and Router comparison is most important because both are the backbone devices in computer networking. So, I am comparing Switches and Routers for networking students. If someone understands the Switch and Router comparison, he can easily manage a network. Definition of Router A router is a Layer 3 (Network Layer) device that forwards data packets between distinct...
3 Basic Network Component – Exclusive explanation
Any network infrastructure contains three components: devices, Media, and Services. Moving data from source to destination can be as simple as connecting one device to another. Note:- At the end of this article, the assessment test is waiting for you about the Basic network Components Devices and media are the physical network components, also known...
The Evolution of Peer-to-Peer Communication in the Digital Age
Peer-to-peer communication has changed the way people share, connect, and collaborate. It removes the need for central authorities. Users speak directly with each other. Over the past decades, peer-to-peer, or P2P, has evolved from basic data exchange to complex, real-time systems. It has shaped messaging, file sharing, online conferencing, and more. This article comprehensively and...