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# 4. Transport Layer
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The Transport Layer is responsible for the end-to-end communication between 2 devices.
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The Transport layer on the sending device takes data from the Session Layer and breaks them up in chunks called segments.
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On the receiving device the Transport Layer reassembles the segments of data that the Session Layer can consume.
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While sending data via a network data can get corrupted, the Transport layer also ensures the data being received is complete and correct, and requesting a retransmission if its not.
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The Transport Layer also controls the flow of outgoing data so that the receiver is not overwhelmed with data. (fast to slower connections for example)
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