Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing packets?
Options
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A.
Physical Layer
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B.
Data Link Layer
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C.
Network Layer
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D.
More than one of the above
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E.
None of the above
Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)
C.
Network Layer
Detailed Explanation
Explanation: The
Network Layer (Layer 3) handles logical addressing and routing of packets between different networks. IP is the primary protocol used at this layer.