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What is the OSI model? How to explain and remember its 7 layers

Network World

The Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) model is a conceptual framework that describes networking or telecommunications systems as seven layers, each with its own function. Some switches also operate at Layer 3 in order to support virtual LANs that may span more than one switch subnet, which requires routing capabilities.

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5G-enabled manufacturing: Realizing Industry 4.0

TM Forum

project, a consortium of manufacturing, IT and telecommunications companies and organizations, worked together to explore the use cases and expected benefits to the Ford Motor company. Securing the MPN was a key feature of this. and the factory of the future. 5G Enabled Manufacturing (5GEM). explained Avila.

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