Transport level: Communication layer
The communication layer is part of the transport level and is responsible for transporting information. This layer links the internal integration solution with external systems. It represents a type of gateway to the infrastructure at an architectural level, and consists of transport protocols and transport formats.
Responsibility
The responsibility of the communication layer is to transport information using standardized protocols and formats.
Concepts and methods
The basic requirements for the implementation of the communication layer are listed in the table below, along with where in the book to find more information.
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Routing schemes |
Routing schemes |
The base technologies ...
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