In a MAC address, the first three octets, also known as the OUI, identify the _______.
- Device type
- Location
- Manufacturer
- Network segment
In a MAC (Media Access Control) address, the first three octets are known as the OUI (Organizationally Unique Identifier), and they identify the manufacturer or organization that produced the network card. This allows for unique identification of devices on a network.
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