What is data link layer in the OSI reference model
responsible for?
Answer Posted / akshay sangoram
The data link layer transforms the physical layer(a raw
transmission facility) to a reliable link. It makes
physical layer appear error free to the upper layer.
Specific responsibilities of DLL include
1)Framing
2)physical addressing
3)Flow control
4)Error control
5)Access control
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