Discuss the difference between OSI model and TCP/IP model
The OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model and the TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) model are both conceptual frameworks that describe how data is transmitted over a network. However, they have several differences: 1. Number of Layers OSI Model: Has 7 layers : Physical Data Link Network Transport Session Presentation Application TCP/IP Model: Has 4 layers : Network Interface (combines Physical & Data Link of OSI) Internet (equivalent to OSI Network layer) Transport (same as OSI Transport layer) Application (combines OSI's Session, Presentation, and Application layers) 2. Usage and Development OSI Model: Developed by ISO (International Organization for Standardization) as a theoretical framework for network communication. TCP/IP Model: Developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for real-world networking, specifically for the Internet . 3. Functionality and Practicality OSI Model...