Cisco CCNA 640-801 - The Open Systems Interconnect Model (OSI)

Summary:

This course explains the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model. This model is an industry standard for increased interoperability and breaks network communication into seven distinct layers. This course also explains the purpose and function

This lesson is part of our Cisco CCNA 640-801 online training series which contains over 15 hours of self-paced courseware. Our web-based training provides 6 months of unlimited access.

Objectives:

After completing this course you will be able to:

• Explain the rationale behind the development of the OSI model.
• Describe the differences between connection-oriented and connectionless communications
• Explain the functions of each layer and sub-layer in the OSI model
• Describe how the OSI model passes between network modes
• Describe the five steps of encapsulation and de-encapsulation

Outline:

• Developing the OSI Reference Model
• The Physical Layer and the Data Link Layer
• The Network Layer and the Transport Layer
• The Session, Presentation, and Application Layers
• The OSI Model in Operation
• The Data Encapsulation Process
• Reversing the Data Encapsulation Process

Applicability:
This course is for anyone who wants to get the most out of using Cisco CCNA 640-801.

Prerequisites: None:

Technical Requirements:

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