OSI Model

[/ˌoʊ.ɛs.ˈaɪ ˈmɑː.dəl/]
nounmasculinepl: OSI Models
Modelo OSI
1. A conceptual framework used to describe how network communication systems work, consisting of seven layers that standardize network functions from physical transmission to application-level interaction
The OSI Model helps network engineers understand how data is transmitted across different layers of a network.
O Modelo OSI ajuda os engenheiros de rede a entender como os dados são transmitidos através das diferentes camadas de uma rede.
2. The reference model developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to enable different communication systems to communicate using standard protocols
Understanding the OSI Model is essential for troubleshooting network connectivity issues.
Compreender o Modelo OSI é essencial para solucionar problemas de conectividade de rede.
The OSI Model is a fundamental concept in computer networking education worldwide. In Brazil and Portugal, it is taught in technical schools and universities using the English acronym 'OSI' alongside the Portuguese translation 'Modelo OSI.' The term is rarely translated further and is used uniformly across both Portuguese-speaking countries and English-speaking regions in IT professional contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ISO/OSI ModelSeven-Layer ModelOSI Reference Model

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Modelo OSI
Standard term used in technical education and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
Modelo OSI
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
Modelo OSI
Widely used in tech companies and IT departments
Portugal
Modelo OSI
Identical terminology used in Portuguese tech sector

Related Words

TCP/IP ModelNetwork LayerProtocol StackISO StandardsData Link LayerPhysical LayerApplication Layer

Related Idioms & Phrases

Breaking down communication into layers
Understanding the stack
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