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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does OUI stand for?
A
organizationally unique identifier
B
organization unicorn identity
C
ominous ubiquitous inquiry
D
oreos under igloos
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An organizationally unique identifier (OUI) is a 24-bit number that uniquely identifies a vendor, manufacturer, or other organization.

Detailed explanation-2: -MAC addresses are of 6 octets ( 48-bits ). Among these, the first three octets of the addresses constitutes the OUI. A 3-octet OUI is generally represented in hexadecimal notation separated by dashes (for example, 1F – 9E – A0) or by colons (for example, 1F : 9E : A0). However, there are other representations too.

Detailed explanation-3: -What is an Organizationally Unique Identifier (OUI)? An OUI is a 24-bit globally unique assigned number referenced by various standards. (An OUI is assigned with a MA-L identifier block.) It can be used to identify an organization/company where a globally unique identifier is needed.

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