Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Transmission (Section 4 - No. 15)

What is the purpose of the 'session layer' in the OSI model?

To provide error-free data transfer.

To manage connections between applications.

To translate data into a common format.

To establish and terminate network connections.

The session layer (Layer 5) manages connections between applications, establishing, coordinating, and terminating sessions.