he TCP/IP, or the DoD, model has been in use for years before the OSI layered model was released. Today, TCP/IP is the protocol that is used for Internet communications. However, the practicality of the TCP/IP did not make the OSI model irrelevant.

What five benefits does the OSI model offer? To demonstrate your understanding of the two models, please provide a mapping of the TCP/IP model to the OSI model.

Research the OSI and TCP/IP models.

In your own words, provide a description of each model.

Using Microsoft Word, Excel, or Visio, create an original image that contains a mapping of the TCP/IP model to the OSI model.

In your own words, provide an in-depth analysis of the two models.

List and discuss five advantages of the OSI model.

List and discuss three advantages of the TCP/IP model.