< networking > The second highest layer (layer 6) in the OSI seven layer model. Performs functions such as text compression , code or format conversion to try to smooth out differences between hosts . Allows incompatible processes in the application layer to communicate via the session layer .
Documents: ITU Rec. X.226 ( ISO 8823), ITU Rec. X.216 (ISO 8822).
(1996-07-20)