OSI Upper Layers

Overview/Description
To describe the functions of the four upper layers of the OSI reference model

Target Audience
Individuals new to networking concepts and terminology and individuals preparing to take the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) learning path

Prerequisites
Basic computer skills

Expected Duration
140 Minutes

Objectives:

OSI Upper Layers

  • describe the functions of the transport layer of the OSI model.
  • explain how connection-oriented services are established.
  • describe how the OSI session layer provides transport services from the host to the destination.
  • describe the functions of the OSI presentation layer, namely compression, encryption, and formatting.
  • describe the functions of the OSI application layer.
  • explain how the domain naming systems work.
  • explain how Telnet, FTP, and HTTP function within the OSI application layer.


    • Course Number: 64165_eng