TY - JOUR AB - The need for standards allowing computer‐to‐computer communication, and examples of technical issues are discussed. The framework of the Open Systems Interconnection Reference Model, consisting of seven layers, each performing a distinct and defined function, is explained and illustrated. Sidebars feature: 1) public data networks and X.25, 2) OSI standards, and 3) the OSI layer functions. A glossary is included. VL - 3 IS - 1 SN - 0737-8831 DO - 10.1108/eb047578 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/eb047578 AU - Denenberg Ray PY - 1985 Y1 - 1985/01/01 TI - Open Systems Interconnection T2 - Library Hi Tech PB - MCB UP Ltd SP - 15 EP - 26 Y2 - 2021/01/24 ER -