The media access control sublayer resides in which OSI layer?

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The media access control sublayer resides in which OSI layer?

  1. A.

    Transport

  2. B.

    Network

  3. C.

    Physical

  4. D.

    Data link

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Correct answer: D

The MAC (Media Access Control) sublayer is a part of the Data Link layer of the OSI model. Key responsibilities: Controlling access to the shared transmission medium (deciding when a device can transmit).

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