What is a MAC Address?

29/12/2025 13 min

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🎧 What Is a MAC Address? The Identity Card of Your Device 🔍💻Every device on a network has its own digital fingerprint — the MAC Address. It’s burned into your network card, built from hex numbers, and used by routers and switches to recognize exactly who you are on the network.In this episode, we break down what a MAC address actually is, why it matters, how it identifies your device, the difference between UAA and LAA, and how you can find or change your MAC on Windows. 🧠⚡We also explore how MAC compares to IP, why one is physical and the other logical, and why MAC addresses keep your network traffic clean, secure, and organized.Perfect for tech learners, network beginners, and anyone who loves understanding what’s happening behind their Wi-Fi icon. 📶✨🌐 Reserve your permanent digital ad space: AdParcel.io📗 Learn software testing in 1 day: TestingIn1Day.com💻 Connect with tech founders: StartupMafia.net