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Name all the layers of the OSI model.

The OSI model consists of seven layers, listed from bottom to top, from physical data transmission to the application layer:

1. Physical Layer

Transmits raw bits: cables, connectors, signals, frequencies.

Works with frames and MAC addresses, provides access to the medium.

3. Network Layer

Responsible for packet routing and IP addressing.

4. Transport Layer

Ensures data delivery between hosts (TCP/UDP).

5. Session Layer

Manages the establishment, maintenance, and termination of sessions.

6. Presentation Layer

Encryption, compression, data encoding.

7. Application Layer

The layer of application protocols: HTTP, DNS, SMTP, and others.

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