Question

How is an IP address different from a MAC address? Discuss briefly.

Answer 1

IP Address: It refers to a unique numerical label or identifier associated with a computer or a networking device on a network, e.g., 192.168.10.1.

MAC Address: The MAC address refers to the 48-bit physical address assigned to the NIC (Network Interface Controller) of a computer or a networking device on a network, e.g., 00:0A:95:9D:64:18.