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reference model ...a physical link are defined. Next, the data-
link layer handles standard-size “packets” of data bits and adds
reliability in the form of error detection and flow control.
Network and transport layers (often combined in implementations)
break up messages into the standard-size packets and route them
to their destinations. The session layer supports interactions
between application... ...and establishing a reliable
communication process. This layer also ensures that files which
can be altered by several network users are kept in order. Data
from the session layer are accepted by the transport layer,
which separates the data stream into smaller units, if
necessary, and ensures that all arrive correctly at the
destination. If fast throughput is needed, the transport layer
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