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