Term: NETWORK BASIC INPUT/OUTPUT SYSTEM (NETBIOS)
A layer of software to link a network operating system with specific hardware on the system. Although NetBlOS was originally developed by ISM, it has become an industry standard language often referred to as NetBIOS-compatible LANs. NetBIOS actually spans the fifth, sixth, and seventh layers and includes capabilities for monitoring sessions to make sure they are running smooth\y. This protocol links the Network Operating System (NOS) with specific hardware.
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