Nodes refer to any device in a network that can process or forward communications. In the context of computer networking, a node encompasses a broad range of devices connected to the network, including computers, servers, smartphones, routers, switches, and other network devices. Here’s a breakdown: Definition: In a network, a node is a point of… Read More
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The word node is often used in the context of computer networking and can have a few different meanings. In its most basic definition, a node is any device that has an interface to another device on a network. This means that nodes can include computers, routers, switches and other devices like printers or phones… Read More
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The session layer is a software layer and layer number five in the seven-layer OSI model of computer networking. Its main purpose is to establish, maintain, and terminate connections between applications. The session layer allows two applications on different hosts to communicate with each other. It establishes, maintains, and terminates the connections between them. The… Read More
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