The media access control sublayer resides in which OSI layer?
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The media access control sublayer resides in which OSI layer?
- A.
Transport
- B.
Network
- C.
Physical
- 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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