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However, the OSI model defines more levels than are actually used by most computer systems. Just what is the purpose of going with fewer layers if everything is going to be layered anyway? Reduced layering may provide some difficulties.

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The Open Systems Interconnection reference model describes how programs interact with one another via a network. This model is focused on presenting a visual design of how one communications layer is constructed on top of the other, beginning with the physical cabling and progressing up to the application attempting to interact with other devices connected to a network.

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