ISC Exam Questions

Which layer deals with Media Access Control (MAC) addresses?

Which layer deals with Media Access Control (MAC) addresses?

A.
Data link layer

B.
Physical layer

C.
Transport layer

D.
Network layer

Explanation:
The data link layer is divided into two functional sublayers: the Logical Link Control (LLC) and the Media Access
Control (MAC).
Incorrect Answers:
B: Media Access Control layer is part of the Data Link Layer, not the Physical layer.C: Media Access Control layer is part of the Data Link Layer, not the Transport layer.
D: Media Access Control layer is part of the Data Link Layer, not the Network layer.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2013, p. 528