200-901 Network Fundamentals Practice Question
Which layer of the OSI model uses MAC addresses to deliver frames within the same network segment?
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Why each option matters
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Layer 2 (Data Link)
Layer 2 (Data Link) uses MAC addresses for local delivery.
Answer analysis
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Layer 2 (Data Link)
Why this is correct
Correct. Switches use MAC addresses at Layer 2.
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Layer 1 (Physical)
Why it's wrong here
Layer 1 deals with bits and signals.
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Layer 3 (Network)
Why it's wrong here
Layer 3 uses IP addresses.
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Layer 4 (Transport)
Why it's wrong here
Layer 4 uses port numbers.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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