What is the size of MAC address in computer network?

2023

What is the size of MAC address in computer network?

  1. A.

    32 bits

  2. B.

    16 bits

  3. C.

    48 bits

  4. D.

    More than one of the above

  5. E.

    None of the above

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Correct answer: C

MAC (Media Access Control) address is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communication on a network. It is used at the data link layer of the OSI model. The standard size of a MAC address is 48 bits, which allows for a large number of unique addresses. This is typically represented as 12 hexadecimal digits, grouped in pairs separated by colons or hyphens (e.g., 00:1A:2B:3C:4D:5E). Now, let's evaluate the options: Option A (32 bits): This is incorrect because 32 bits is the size of an IPv4 address, not a MAC address. Option B (16 bits): This is incorrect as 16 bits is too small for a globally unique identifier in networking. Option C (48 bits): This is correct as it matches the standard size of a MAC address. Option D (More than one of the above): This is incorrect because only one option (C) is correct. Option E (None of the above): This is incorrect because Option C is correct. Therefore, the correct answer is Option C.

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