In which layer of the OSI model does switching occur?

Practice Questions

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In which layer of the OSI model does switching occur?
  1. Network Layer
  2. Data Link Layer
  3. Transport Layer
  4. Session Layer

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In which layer of the OSI model does switching occur?
  • Step 1: Understand the OSI model, which has 7 layers that help in networking.
  • Step 2: Identify the layers of the OSI model: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.
  • Step 3: Know that switching is a process used to connect devices in a network.
  • Step 4: Learn that switching specifically happens at Layer 2, which is called the Data Link Layer.
  • Step 5: Recognize that at the Data Link Layer, devices use MAC addresses to identify each other and forward data frames.
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