Question

OSI stands for __________

(a) open system interconnection

(b) operating system interface

(c) optical service implementation

(d) open service Internet

I had been asked this question in an interview.

This is a very interesting question from Reference Models in chapter Computer Networks Introduction of Computer Network

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) open system interconnection

Best explanation: OSI is the abbreviation for Open System Interconnection. OSI model provides a structured plan on how applications communicate over a network, which also helps us to have a structured plan for troubleshooting. It is recognized by the ISO as the generalized model for computer network i.e. it can be modified to design any kind of computer network.