Asked by Martha Renteria on May 08, 2024
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Each network adapter has a unique physical address called a(n) ________ that identifies it.
A) IP address
B) proxy
C) MAC address
D) dotted quad
MAC Address
A media access control address is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications at the data link layer of a network segment.
Physical Address
In computer networking, it refers to the unique identifier (MAC address) assigned to every network interface for communication at the physical layer.
IP Address
Internet Protocol Address, a unique string of numbers separated by periods that identifies each computer using the Internet Protocol to communicate over a network.
- Distinguish between different types of network addresses.
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Gretter HernandezMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The unique physical address that identifies a network adapter is called a MAC (Media Access Control) address.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between different types of network addresses.