Physical Network Layer - Definition or Meaning

Physical Network Layer

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Definition of “Physical Network Layer” :

The “Physical Network Layer” refers to the first layer of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model. It deals with the physical aspects of data transmission, including the hardware devices, cables, and connectors, and is responsible for converting data into a format that can be transmitted over the network.

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