The Session Layer is Layer 5 of the seven-layer OSI model of computer networking. It provides mechanisms for opening, closing, and managing sessions between end-user application processes, allowing for semi-permanent dialogues. Session Layer services are commonly used for remote procedure calls and provide full or half-duplex communication with synchronization points. Examples of Session Layer protocols include the OSI Session Layer Protocol, Zone Information Protocol for AppleTalk, and Session Control Protocol for DECnet.