CyberCertPrepSecurity FundamentalsNetworking FundamentalsEASYFree question
Which OSI layer is responsible for routing packets between different networks?
- A.Data Link Layer (Layer 2)
- B.Network Layer (Layer 3)
- C.Transport Layer (Layer 4)
- D.Session Layer (Layer 5)
Why B is correct
The Network Layer (Layer 3) handles routing packets across different networks. Routers operate at this layer, using IP addresses to determine the best path for data to travel from source to destination.
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