In networking, a "frame" refers to a data packet or unit of data that is transmitted over a network at the data link layer of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model. Frames are used to encapsulate network layer packets, adding necessary information for routing and delivery over physical networks. ### Key Components of a Frame: 1. **Header**: Contains control information used by network devices to process or route the frame.
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