Computer Science
Differentiate between MAC and IP address.
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| MAC address | IP address |
|---|---|
| The MAC (Media Access Control) address is a fixed physical address assigned to the hardware network card (NIC) of a host computer. | An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique identifier used to distinguish nodes in a network. |
| It remains constant and uniquely identifies the machine on which the NIC is installed. | An IP address can change if a device moves between networks. |
| A sample MAC address looks like: FC:F8:AE:CE:7B:16. | A sample IP address looks like: 192.168.0.178. |
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