MAC Address Quiz

What does MAC address stand for?

• Mainframe Access Control Address

• Mobile Access Control Address

• Memory Access Control Address

• Media Access Control Address

How many bits are used in the MAC address format?

• 128-bit

• 64-bit

• 48-bit

• 32-bit

What does an IP address represent in a network?

• Data encryption

• Hardware connection

• Software connection

• Network speed

How are MAC addresses formatted?

• Ten octal numbers

• Eight decimal numbers

• Four binary numbers

• Six hexadecimal numbers separated by colons

What can a network administrator do with MAC addresses?

• Increase network speed

• Track devices on the network

• Install new software

• Change the IP address

What is the purpose of a MAC address?

• Encrypt network data

• Identify each device on a network

• Block specific websites

• Identify the network speed

How many potential MAC addresses can be provided by the 48-bit identifier format?

• 1 billion

• 1 trillion

• 1 million

• 281 trillion

What can be done to increase privacy when connecting to new Wi-Fi networks?

• Disable Wi-Fi

• Use a VPN

• Increase network security

• Change the MAC address

What is the role of routers in relation to MAC addresses?

• Encrypt network data

• Change MAC addresses

• Track devices on the network

• Assign IP addresses

Why might a MAC address be recorded when connecting to a public Wi-Fi access point?

• To track the device's location

• To increase network speed

• To install new software

• To change the IP address