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data link control (DLC)
DLC also is an abbreviation for digital loop carrier. Definition
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media access management
In the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communication reference model, media access management is performed by the Media Access Control (MAC) sublayer of the Data-Link Layer. Definition
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Transport layer
In the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communications model, the Transport layer ensures the reliable arrival of messages and provides error checking mechanisms and data flow controls. Definition
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What are the differences between physical and logical addressing?
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What is the difference between OSI model and TCP/IP other than the number of layers?
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Data-Link layer
The Data-Link layer is the protocol layer in a program that handles the moving of data in and out across a physical link in a network. Definition
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What is OSI?
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HP plans to 'flatten' the network core
HP not only previews next year's new family of 10 GigE stackables, but also offers a glimpse at its new strategy that emphasizes edge intelligence and eliminates redundant functionality in the network core. Article
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Alcatel lures customers preparing for 10 GigE
Alcatel's new line of multipurpose Layer 3 stackables is intended to ease the 10 Gigabit Ethernet transition, but reasonable features at a modest price may not be enough to steal market share from Cisco. Article
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What is OSI?
Need a refresher on the OSI model? This overview explains the concept and defines each network layer. Article