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MAC Address
Also known as: Media Access Control, Hardware Address, Physical Address
A unique 48-bit hexadecimal identifier permanently assigned to network interface controllers for communication at the data link layer.
What is MAC Address?
A unique 48-bit hexadecimal identifier permanently assigned to network interface controllers for communication at the data link layer.
MAC Address is a key concept within the Network & IP Tools domain, commonly referenced alongside terms like Media Access Control, Hardware Address, Physical Address. Understanding MAC Address helps developers, writers, and analysts work more effectively with network & ip tools.
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