BS ISO/IEC TR 11802-2:1996 - Information technology. Telecommunications and information exchange between systems. Local and metropolitan area networks.Technical reports and guidelines - Standard group MAC addresses
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Key points covered in BS ISO/IEC TR 11802-2:1996 may include:
MAC Addresses: Information on the structure and assignment of MAC addresses within local and metropolitan area networks. MAC addresses are unique identifiers assigned to network interfaces for communication on a network.
Standard Group MAC Addresses: Details on the allocation and use of standard group MAC addresses. These addresses are often used for multicast or broadcast communication within network segments.
Addressing Formats: Explanation of the addressing formats for MAC addresses, including the number of bits used for different components of the address.
Network Interface Identifiers: Guidelines on how MAC addresses are assigned to network interfaces and devices within local and metropolitan area networks.
Network Address Management: Information on the management and administration of MAC addresses in the context of network planning and operation.
Interoperability: Considerations for ensuring interoperability and compatibility between different network devices based on the use of standard group MAC addresses.
Multicast and Broadcast Communication: Insights into how standard group MAC addresses are utilized for multicast and broadcast communication, allowing information to be sent to multiple devices on a network.
BS ISO/IEC TR 11802-2:1996 - Information technology. Telecommunications and information exchange between systems. Local and metropolitan area networks.Technical reports and guidelines - Standard group MAC addresses