The MAC (Media Access Control) address of the network card is used in both Ethernet and Token-Ring networks and is essential for communication. What does MAC provide?

• A. An alias for the computer name
• B. A physical address that is assigned by the manufacturer
• C. A physical address that is randomly assigned each time the computer is started
• D. A logical address that identifies the workstation
• E. The logical domain address for the workstation

Answer: (B)