What is the primary function of the Physical Layer in the OSI model?

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What is the primary function of the Physical Layer in the OSI model?
  1. Data formatting
  2. Signal transmission
  3. Session management
  4. Error handling

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary function of the Physical Layer in the OSI model?
  • Step 1: Understand that the OSI model has 7 layers, and the Physical Layer is the first one.
  • Step 2: Know that the Physical Layer deals with the actual hardware used in networking, like cables and switches.
  • Step 3: Realize that its main job is to send and receive raw data bits (0s and 1s) over these physical connections.
  • Step 4: Remember that it does not understand the meaning of the data; it only transmits it as electrical signals, light pulses, or radio waves.
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