MAC Address
networkingintermediate
device identificationhardware address
A hardware identification number that uniquely identifies each device on a network.
Examples
Format
Looks like 00:1B:44:11:3A:B7 or 00-1B-44-11-3A-B7
Common Misconceptions
- •MAC addresses are unique to hardware but can be spoofed
- •Different from IP address - MAC is physical, IP is logical