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The benefits of following the OSI model are as follows:
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Any hardware that meets the OSI standard will be able to communicate with any other hardware that also meets the standard | ||
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Any software that meets the OSI standard will be able to communicate with any other hardware or software that also meets the standard | ||
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Consumers are given a wider choice since hardware/software from any manufacturer will work together | ||
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OSI is independent of country, it doesn't matter where the hardware/software is made | ||
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OSi is not dependent on the operating system used | ||
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The Protocols for OSI are defined at each stage | ||
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Any errors that occur are handled in each layer | ||
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The different layers can operate automatically |
Why is it important to have standards for communicating?
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To enable devices to communicate together | ||
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To allow devices to be guaranteed as reliable | ||
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To allow purchasers to know the device will work |
How does the OSI model assist in the introduction and maintenance of standards?
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It is an agreed standard that has world wide recognition | ||
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Use of the standard ensures compatibility | ||
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Purchasers recognise what the standard means and the guarantees that come with it |
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