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Same-layer interaction
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When two computers/devices use a protocol to communicate with one another one the same layer.
2
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Adjacent-layer interaction
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When one layer provides a service to a higher layer on the same computer/device
3
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Encapsulation
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The process of putting headers (sometimes trailers) around some data
4
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De-encapsulation
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The process of removing headers
5
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Segment
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Data encapsulated at the transport layer
6
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Packet
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Data encapsulated at the network layer
7
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Frame
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Data encapsulated at the (data) link layer
8
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PDU
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The bits that include the headers, encapsulated data, and trailers for a particular network layer (OSI terminology)
9
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Benefits of layered protocol
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Less complex Standard interfaces Easier to learn Easier to develop Multi-vendor interoperability Modular engineering
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